Yanbaru Kuina Ecological Exhibition and Learning Facility Kuina no Mori — Attraction in Kunigami

Although there is only one Okinawa Rail currently there, it makes the experience more special. I feel really lucky to have the opportunity to view the bird today and see him quickly spread his wings! He started walking around and stopped right in front of me. 🥰

Inside there is a book full of cute pictures of the birds and other interesting information. Consider donating to the cause, even if you can’t view the bird. We have to remember that he is a living being and is trying his best!!🐦‍⬛💙

I hope the population of this bird recovers. I’ve never seen such adorable and funny bird in my life. The workers are really nice and the place is clean. The gift shop has a good selection too, I found a cute lunch bag. 🥰 As a bird enthusiast, I think it’s...

As we entered the Okinawa Rail Ecology Center, we were educated by the posters and information about the Yambaru Kuina. The Yambaru Kuina (Okinawa Rail) is a flightless bird that is native to Okinawa. Due to the presence of the Asian mongoose, the Okinawa Rail was previously on the verge of extinction. Today, due to a campaign to capture its predator, the population of the Okinawa Rail has started to increase. However, there’s another “predator” that they’re facing – humans. Road kills also account for a substantial number of deaths. Hence, you’ll also notice that the drainage systems are built such that it allows the Okinawa Rail to cross beneath the road. Cool…

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Worth a stop if you're exploring the north end. It's a cute Bird museum to learn about the native bird. They have English and Japanese signs. The woman gave us an additional book with English as a Bird 101. They have an exhibit with an Okinawan Rail born from their breeding program. The little shop has cutsy Rail items too. There is a game you can play on the same property. I wasn't sure and we were on a different schedule and didn't have time to play.

It wasn't expensive to get in and the money is for research and breeding the birds....