Sighting migratory birds can be hit or miss depending on the day and season when visiting the large ponds at Okinawa Zoo and Museum in Okinawa City. There is a collection of proud birds in the Nature Land part of the zoo though that features dozens of birds for viewing enjoyment. Follow the recommended path once entering the zoo and enjoy bird watching at Japan's southernmost zoo.
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Okinawa's Beloved Osprey and Birds
Dozens of Birds on Display at Okinawa Zoo and Museum

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The osprey is one of the first animals seen in Okinawa's Zoo and Museum when following the recommended route

A crested serpent eagle's eyes and talon keeps if from blending into its captive habitat

An emu likewise blends into its habitat at the Okinawa Zoo

An Inidan peafowl can't help but stand out

There are several ostriches at the Okinawa Zoo

A grey-faced buzzard is a bird of prey
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