SPECIMEN No.0161 ・ Zoo

Arunアルン

Name romanized from Japanese; not an official English name.

Asian ElephantElephas maximusEN— Endangered

Arun is an Asian Elephant recorded at Ueno Zoo. Born October 31, 2020.

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NameArun (アルン)
SpeciesAsian Elephant Elephas maximus
SexMale
BornOctober 31, 2020
Birth FacilityUeno Zoo
Current FacilityUeno Zoo（Tokyo）
EnclosureNot disclosed
StatusIn residence
Conservation Status (IUCN)EN— Endangered

Timeline

  1. October 31, 2020 Birth Ueno Zoo Source

Records

A male Asian elephant born October 31, 2020, at Ueno Zoo. His mother is Utai.

Family

No family relationships have been confirmed in official announcements.

FAQ

Where can I meet Arun?
Arun is recorded at Ueno Zoo in Tokyo (last verified: 2026-07-20).
When was Arun born?
Arun was born October 31, 2020.
What does Arun’s record tell us?
Arun is recorded as born on October 31, 2020. The record at Ueno Zoo was last verified on 2026-07-20.

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Last verified: ／ Source: www.tokyo-zoo.net