Honey-lovers with super-long tongues 

Sun Bears have an extra-long tongue (up to 25cm!) that helps them slurp up honey from deep inside trees, logs and beehives. Here at Perth Zoo, our keepers use enrichment to encourage the bears to use their tongues for a snack reward just like they would in the wild!  

Watch Bopha use her tongue to enjoy some smashed avo! 

Clever problem solvers 

To mimic life in the wild, no two days are the same for Jamran and Bopha!  They are often treated to bamboo filled with honey. Using their claws and tongues, they work to extract every drop, just like they would in the rainforests of Southeast Asia.  

Our zookeepers truly go above and beyond to provide the best care for our Sun Bears!  

Check out our Sun Bears enjoying their favourite snack in the video below ⬇️
 

Sleeping beauties  

Sun Bears are mostly nocturnal (active at night), resulting in them spending most of their day sleeping or sunbathing in trees. Unlike other bears, Sun Bears do not hibernate due to the warm climate and year-round food supply.  

Book a bear-y memorable experience 

Go behind-the-scenes at Perth Zoo to tour the Sun Bear night quarters. You’ll be joined by one of our incredible zookeepers who will provide enrichment and answer all your burning questions. 

By booking a tour, you’ll be supporting our vital conservation our vital conservation work abroad, like our work with Free the Bears! 

Book an encounter!