Notable Animals
The Captiot relationship with animals combines affection, public care, veterinary science, ecological management, and cultural symbolism. Several species carry particular national or regional significance.
- Rat
- The national animal. Communally cared-for rats are common in many towns.
- Teddies
- A small domesticated bear, Ursus amicus.
- Rabbits
- Historically spiritual and cultural animals, associated with the word boŋboŋ, meaning heart, soul, passion, or rabbit. See Traditions for Bunny Day.
- Housecows
- Small engineered domestic cows associated with milk production and household life.
- Northern penguins
- Penguins with tuxedo-like markings and variable eye patterns.
- Southern penguins
- Migratory penguins with thermoregulating feathers and head-fins.