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Malaysia: You Can Pet Reptiles In This Cafe In Kuala Lumpur While Enjoying Your Food

In this cafe, customers can handle and admire creatures like bearded dragons, corn snakes while placing their order for food and beverages.

In a corner of Malaysia's bustling capital Kuala Lumpur, environmental science graduate Yap Ming Yang is on a mission to change perceptions of some of the world's most misunderstood creatures — reptiles. The reptile enthusiast graduate has opened a pet-friendly cafe where patrons can hold and pet an array of snakes and lizards while devouring their drinks and desserts.

Bearded dragons, corn snakes and leopard geckos are among the species that lounge in glass tanks in Yap's cafe located on the fringes of the capital city. 

While placing their order for food and beverages, customers, including children, are allowed to handle and admire the creatures.

 
 
 
 
 
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Yap hopes his cafe will foster greater appreciation for these creatures that are often overlooked. These reptiles are bred domestically in Malaysia. "People only care about furry animals, cats, dogs, but people always leave out reptiles and snakes," he tells news agency Reuters. "So I hope showing the public how interesting (they) are, we can cause them to have a better outlook on reptiles and less loved animals."

With a wealth of knowledge in herpetology – the study of reptiles – Yap is part of a community of Malaysians interested in these often-maligned creatures, according to the Reuters report.

While Malaysia is rich in biodiversity, it is also a significant source for illegally trafficked wildlife. By providing a safe and engaging space to appreciate reptiles, Yap hopes to encourage people to value these creatures as much as their furry counterparts.

While the reptiles have become a huge attraction, the cafe is also known for dishing out lip-smacking delicacies like waffles and kakigoris. It is also very well-known for its Taro ball desserts.

Recently, a cafe in Japan grabbed attention for allowing patrons to catch their own fish from a pool inside its premises. At Osaka's Zauo Restaurant, customers can catch fish from the pool or sit on a boat while they enjoy the experience. The fish is then sent to the chef, who cooks it as per your liking.

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