SPECIMEN No.0163 ・ Zoo
Taoタオ
Name romanized from Japanese; not an official English name.
Asian ElephantElephas maximusEN— Endangered
Tao is an Asian Elephant recorded at Sapporoshimaruyama Doubutsuen. Born August 19, 2023.
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Profile
| Name | Tao (タオ) |
|---|---|
| Species | Asian Elephant Elephas maximus |
| Sex | Unknown |
| Born | August 19, 2023 |
| Birth Facility | Sapporoshimaruyama Doubutsuen |
| Current Facility | Sapporoshimaruyama Doubutsuen（Hokkaido） |
| Enclosure | Not disclosed |
| Status | In residence |
| Conservation Status (IUCN) | EN— Endangered |
Timeline
- August 19, 2023 Birth Sapporoshimaruyama Doubutsuen Source
Records
Born August 19, 2023, at Sapporo Maruyama Zoo, the first Asian elephant ever born in Hokkaido. Mother Pearl, father Shishu. The name 'Tao' was chosen through a public naming contest.
Family
No family relationships have been confirmed in official announcements.
FAQ
- Where can I meet Tao?
- Tao is recorded at Sapporoshimaruyama Doubutsuen in Hokkaido (last verified: 2026-07-20).
- When was Tao born?
- Tao was born August 19, 2023.
- What does Tao’s record tell us?
- Tao is recorded as born on August 19, 2023. The record at Sapporoshimaruyama Doubutsuen was last verified on 2026-07-20.
Last verified: ／ Source: www.city.sapporo.jp www.city.sapporo.jp