Bear Necessities
Students will gain an understanding of bear species native to Canada. They will examine the question “how do humans impact bears?” by exploring bear adaptations, their natural habitats and behaviours, and their…
Read MoreOur grizzly bears will not be viewable on Tuesday, August 13th, and Wednesday, August 14th, while their habitat undergoes maintenance. Thank you for your understanding.
ENMAX Conservatory, August 24: The ENMAX Conservatory will close at 3:00 p.m. to accommodate set up for a private event.
Destination Africa, August 25: Destination Africa will close at 5:00 p.m. to accommodate set up for the FOCUSED: Destination Africa event.
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Our Hartmann’s mountain zebras and ostriches will be off-view until the end of the year while we complete exciting upgrades in the African Savannah Yard, including the construction of a new Savannah Barn for the animals. Our giraffe tower will continue to be viewable throughout the project. Thank you for your understanding.
In School Program
Students will be investigating three different levels of biodiversity: genetic diversity, species diversity, and ecosystem diversity. As students explore the nature of reproduction, we’ll learn about the mating behaviours of some of our resident animals and examine how animals preserve biodiversity within their species. Students will learn how researchers apply this knowledge to the Species Survival Plan initiative as well as discover the science behind other captive breeding programs. Throughout the day students will reflect on the question “How might we communicate the importance of biodiversity and what actions can we take to support it?”
Grade: 9
Length: 3 hours
Availability: Mondays, December to February
Capacity: Up to 37 students
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