SPECIMEN No.0090 ・ Zoo
Sakuraさくら
Name romanized from Japanese; not an official English name.
CapybaraHydrochoerus hydrochaerisLC— Least Concern
Sakura is a Capybara with a historical record at Shizuoka Municipal Nihondaira Zoo. Born December 3, 2018.
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Profile
| Name | Sakura (さくら) |
|---|---|
| Species | Capybara Hydrochoerus hydrochaeris |
| Sex | Male |
| Born | December 3, 2018 |
| Birth Facility | Not disclosed |
| Current Facility | Shizuoka Municipal Nihondaira Zoo（Shizuoka） |
| Enclosure | Not disclosed |
| Status | Status pending |
| Conservation Status (IUCN) | LC— Least Concern |
Timeline
- December 3, 2018 Birth Shizuoka Municipal Nihondaira Zoo Source
Records
A male born December 3, 2018. He lives in the capybara exhibit at Shizuoka's Nihondaira Zoo with Nameko, Buna, and Chanko.
The keepers' log records him reluctantly stepping onto the board for a weigh-in in his sleeping quarters after closing (October 2023), following behind the keeper during a chew-log replacement, and squeaking when visitors left after a feeding event (August 2025). At the 'Capybara Hot Spring' on March 8, 2026, he was shown soaking for a long time, swimming and dunking under the water.
Family
No family relationships have been confirmed in official announcements.
FAQ
- Where can I meet Sakura?
- The latest residency status has not been confirmed in official information. Check Shizuoka Municipal Nihondaira Zoo’s official website.
- When was Sakura born?
- Sakura was born December 3, 2018.
- What does Sakura’s record tell us?
- Sakura is recorded as born on December 3, 2018. The record at Shizuoka Municipal Nihondaira Zoo was last verified on 2026-07-06.
Last verified: ／ Source: www.nhdzoo.jp