Visitors captured footage of 2 crows repeatedly landing on the figure and pulling out strands of its long blonde hair
An animatronic figure of Rapunzel at Tokyo DisneySea has drawn attention after a video showed crows pecking at and removing sections of its hair during a live attraction.
The incident occurred on the Rapunzel’s Lantern Festival ride, part of the Fantasy Springs area at the park. Visitors captured footage of two crows repeatedly landing on the figure, which is positioned in a tower window, and pulling out strands of its long blonde hair while the animatronic continued to move and perform.
The video quickly circulated online, prompting discussion about maintenance and the challenges of outdoor attractions featuring detailed animatronics. The figure is part of a Tangled-themed experience that recreates scenes from the story of Rapunzel and Flynn Rider, with advanced audio-animatronic technology designed to enhance realism and audience engagement.
While no official statement has been issued regarding the incident, the footage suggests that the birds may have been collecting the material for nesting purposes, as crows are known to gather soft materials. Despite the unusual nature of the moment, there were no reports of disruption to guests beyond the visual spectacle.
The attraction, which opened in June 2024, has been noted for its detailed design and fluid character movements, reflecting broader developments in theme park technology. However, the incident highlights the potential vulnerability of such installations when exposed to outdoor environments.
The Rapunzel figure is one of several recent animatronic features to gain attention online. In a separate incident, an Olaf animatronic at Disneyland Paris malfunctioned during a guest interaction, stopping abruptly and falling backwards, with parts detaching during the failure.
Both moments have been widely shared on social media, illustrating how technical issues or unexpected events at theme parks can quickly attract global attention through visitor recordings.
