“Flora and Fauna of Sakhalin and the Kuril Islands”

The rich flora and fauna of Sakhalin — all in one exhibition The exhibition will introduce you to the unique natural world of Sakhalin. You will be amazed by the diversity of mammals, including sable, brown bear, and musk deer, and discover the rich variety of birds and insects, amphibians and reptiles inhabiting the islands. You will also learn about the wildlife of the Sea of Okhotsk and the Sea of Japan, including fur seals, Steller sea lions, and whales, as well as rare species listed in the Red Data Book. The exhibition also explores plant communities characteristic of the region, including dark coniferous forests, bamboo thickets, and tundra areas.