| Opened in 1999, the Reptile House is the first of its kind in the Leisure and Cultural Services Department. It is situated at the turfed area in the southern part of the park and had a floor area of about 245 square metres which was expanded to a total of about 500 square metres in 2006. Facilities in the Reptile House include indoor terraria and a courtyard terrarium where various species of reptiles are displayed. At present, there are 35 species comprising of 67 live exhibits in the House, including Carpet Python, Woma Python, Ball Python, Green Tree Python, Blood Python, Pig-nosed Turtle, Radiated tortoise. Asiatic Leaf Turtle, Spider Tortoise, Black Pond Turtle, Spurred Tortoise, Blue-tongued Skink, Leopard gecko and Chinese Water Dragon. Besides, graphic display of relevant information and 7 reptile models are also provided an interactive information booth on reptiles are provided to enhance engagement and interest. The Reptile House is becoming one of the major vantage points in the park. |
Leisure and Cultural Services Department - Tuen Mun ParkLeisure and Cultural Services Department
