One of the best times to explore nature is as the seasons are changing. Make your very own Nature Notebook to document your discoveries. It’s sure to be a treasured keepsake for years to come! All you need are a few paper bags. You can also check out this site for […]
Rainy Days = Puddles & Mud!
April showers bring May flowers, leaving behind puddles and mud for endless entertainment and experimentation!
“There’s no such thing as bad weather, only unsuitable clothing” Alfred Wainwright
So gear up to get wet and dirty and jump right in! As it […]
The Minnesota Zoo is home to nearly 5,000 individual animals with individual needs. From half-ton brown bears to a minuscule clownfish, from newborn Farm Babies to a senior monk seal, the variety of species means a variety of specialized care is needed.
Caring for any animal requires knowing the species’ life history extensively, as well […]
The Poweshiek skipperling is a small grassland butterfly that is on the brink of extinction. It was once common across the Midwest but has apparently disappeared from all but two locations: one in Michigan and one in Manitoba, Canada. With expert estimates of 150 – 500 adults remaining in the wild, it is now […]
The Minnesota Zoo ZOOMS STEM Design Challenge presented by Flint Hills Resources offers students a chance to develop a solution to a ‘real’ problem faced by zookeepers and staff at the Minnesota Zoo. From designing enrichment to building a model of a renovated animal exhibit, the project challenges students to use their science and math knowledge, creativity, problem-solving, and research […]
Every year, people from around the world come together to learn about, count, and celebrate “backyard” birds. This year, the Great Backyard Bird Count will take place from February 12-15, and all are invited to participate! This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with your broader community, contribute to science, and spend some time […]
What can you do to help migratory birds like the ruby-throated hummingbird, on their journey?
An individual ruby-throat hummer weighs roughly 3 grams, flaps it wings 53 beats per second on average, and in extreme cases can fly solo for over 1,200 miles without a break (including 500 miles over the Gulf of Mexico!). These […]
Why do turtles cross roads, and how can we help protect them?
Each year in Minnesota, turtles travel many miles, often crossing roads to nest or seek out a new home in a nearby pond/wetland. Unfortunately road collisions, in addition to habitat loss and pollution, are now threatening turtle populations through the state. Check out how […]
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