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Investigate the distinguishing features of the different vertebrate classes through observation and discussion of specimens from the Zoo’s animal collection.
Students explore the threatening processes that can bring a species to the brink of extinction. They also consider local and global conservation actions.
Cockatoo numbers have been steadily falling since European settlement. Factors threatening these species are examined. The session is designed to motivate students to build nests and boxes that will help sustain native wildlife.
Discover some of the ways animals from around the world have adapted to their surroundings to find and capture food, stay cool and avoid predators or even ambush their prey.
Self-guided Trail: Students calculate probabilities based on observation of animal behaviours, use estimation where direct measurement is impossible, and use translation, reflection and rotation to navigate the Zoo.
An opportunity for students to practise their language skills as they study the animals in the Zoo’s collection. These experiences are self-guided and trails can be down-loaded from our website. Click here for the trails.
On this trail you will be asked to study features of birds, tortoises and turtles. Charles Darwin produced very detailed drawings of his studies during his voyage which has become of great importance for later studies.
As part of this trail you will also need to produce scientific drawings. Make your drawings as neat and accurate as possible. Remember to label relevant points of interest and include an approximate scale where possible.