IrkutskSights

Zoological sights in Irkutsk

  1. Akvarium Nerpy

    Nessie and Tito, two much-loved nerpa (freshwater seals), live at Akvarium Nerpy and perform 'shows' every half-hour with no minimum attendance. Unlike some small 'zoos' elsewhere, the experience is positive and relatively humane. Feats include 'singing' (nasal flatulence?), break-dancing, ball-tossing and even basic mathematics.

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