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Leapin’ Lizards
Can you tell the difference between a lizard and a snake? Join herpetology expert Dave Boland for a hands-on look at a variety of animals from the reptile world and learn what makes each of them specially equipped for their environment. Presented with support from the Meyer family and
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Tortoises Great & Small
Tortoises come in many sizes and from many different locations around the globe. Herpetology expert, Dave Boland, will introduce you to a variety of animals from the tortoise world and explain how their very special physiology makes them uniquely adapted for their environment. Presented with support from the Meyer family and
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Fish Feeding
Join a member of The Discovery’s exhibits team for a feeding of the live fish on display here at The Discovery as part of the Monster Fish: In Search of the Last River Giants exhibition. Please note: the fish being fed will vary by day. Question regard the fish species being fed are always welcome.
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Meet the Redtail Catfish
Although the redtail catfish on display as part of Monster Fish: In Search of the Last River Giants is only about a foot long, this colorful fish from the Amazon region can grow to more than five feet in length! Join the museum’s educators to explore other unique facts and facets of this unique fish.
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Fish Feeding
Join a member of The Discovery’s exhibits team for a feeding of the live fish on display here at The Discovery as part of the Monster Fish: In Search of the Last River Giants exhibition. Please note: the fish being fed will vary by day. Question regard the fish species being fed are always welcome.
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Fish Feeding
Join a member of The Discovery’s exhibits team for a feeding of the live fish on display here at The Discovery as part of the Monster Fish: In Search of the Last River Giants exhibition. Please note: the fish being fed will vary by day. Question regard the fish species being fed are always welcome.
Find out more »
Fish Feeding
Join a member of The Discovery’s exhibits team for a feeding of the live fish on display here at The Discovery as part of the Monster Fish: In Search of the Last River Giants exhibition. Please note: the fish being fed will vary by day. Questions regard the fish species being fed are always welcome.
Find out more »
Fish Feeding
Join a member of The Discovery’s exhibits team for a feeding of the live fish on display here at The Discovery as part of the Monster Fish: In Search of the Last River Giants exhibition. Please note: the fish being fed will vary by day. Questions regard the fish species being fed are always welcome.
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Snakes Alive!
Herpetology expert, Dave Boland, is making a return visit to The Discovery. And this time he’s bringing some of his slithery friends. Get up close and personal with a variety of snakes and find out why many species are not really not as threatening as people think. Presented with support from Bill Pearce Motors and the Meyer family.
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Meet the Alligator Gar
Alligator gar are often referred to as “primitive fishes” or “living fossils” because they have retained some characteristics of their earliest ancestors. Join the museum’s educators to explore other unique facts and facets of this amazing fish and view the live specimens on display as part of Monster Fish: In Search of the Last River Giants.
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Fish Feeding
Join a member of The Discovery’s exhibits team for a feeding of the live fish on display here at The Discovery as part of the Monster Fish: In Search of the Last River Giants exhibition. Please note: the fish being fed will vary by day. Questions regard the fish species being fed are always welcome.
Find out more »
Fish Feeding
Join a member of The Discovery’s exhibits team for a feeding of the live fish on display here at The Discovery as part of the Monster Fish: In Search of the Last River Giants exhibition. Please note: the fish being fed will vary by day. Questions regard the fish species being fed are always welcome.
Find out more »
Fish Feeding
Join a member of The Discovery’s exhibits team for a feeding of the live fish on display here at The Discovery as part of the Monster Fish: In Search of the Last River Giants exhibition. Please note: the fish being fed will vary by day. Questions regard the fish species being fed are always welcome.
Find out more »
Fish Feeding
Join a member of The Discovery’s exhibits team for a feeding of the live fish on display here at The Discovery as part of the Monster Fish: In Search of the Last River Giants exhibition. Please note: the fish being fed will vary by day. Questions regard the fish species being fed are always welcome.
Find out more »
Fish Feeding
Join a member of The Discovery’s exhibits team for a feeding of the live fish on display here at The Discovery as part of the Monster Fish: In Search of the Last River Giants exhibition. Please note: the fish being fed will vary by day. Questions regard the fish species being fed are always welcome.
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Meet the Devils Hole Pupfish
Devils Hole pupfish have been regarded by some as the most rare species of fish on the planet, only existing in one location in central Nevada. As part of the Monster Fish: In Search of the Last River Giants exhibition, The Discovery has live pupfish on display. Visit the museum to learn more about this incredibly unique fish and find out why scientists think they’re a might be an example of modern evolution.
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Meet the Devils Hole Pupfish
Devils Hole pupfish have been regarded by some as the most rare species of fish on the planet, only existing in one location in central Nevada. As part of the Monster Fish: In Search of the Last River Giants exhibition, The Discovery has live pupfish on display. Visit the museum to learn more about this incredibly unique fish and find out why scientists think they’re a might be an example of modern evolution.
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Exploration Station: Wildlife Wednesday
Stop by this hands-on activity to learn about the wide range of animals that call our great state home. Learn how animals stay warm and eat in the winter, learn about denning and hibernation, understand how animals choose where to migrate, and much more! Please note: this activity does not include live animals. Presented by our friends at Nevada Department of Wildlife. NDOW’s mission is to protect, conserve, manage and restore wildlife and its habitat for the aesthetic, scientific, educational, recreational,…
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Animal Ark Birds of Prey
Join our friends from Animal Ark for an amazing encounter with birds of prey. From beaks to talons and habitat to history, you’ll learn about the incredible features these birds have that allow them to hunt so effectively, even in the harshest environments. Animal Ark is a non-profit organization, wildlife sanctuary and education center. Its mission is to inspire environmental stewardship through wildlife education.
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Daily Feedings & Presentations
What does a sloth eat? What does a snake’s skin feel like? Find answers to these questions and more during live animal feedings and presentations—part of Survival of the Slowest, The Discovery’s current featured exhibition. Join animal care experts to get up close and personal with some of the animals in the exhibition and see them enjoy their favorite meals and snacks. See the schedules below for each day’s feedings and presentations.
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Daily Feedings & Presentations
What does a sloth eat? What does a snake’s skin feel like? Find answers to these questions and more during live animal feedings and presentations—part of Survival of the Slowest, The Discovery’s current featured exhibition. Join animal care experts to get up close and personal with some of the animals in the exhibition and see them enjoy their favorite meals and snacks. See the schedules below for each day’s feedings and presentations.
Find out more »
Daily Feedings & Presentations
What does a sloth eat? What does a snake’s skin feel like? Find answers to these questions and more during live animal feedings and presentations—part of Survival of the Slowest, The Discovery’s current featured exhibition. Join animal care experts to get up close and personal with some of the animals in the exhibition and see them enjoy their favorite meals and snacks. See the schedules below for each day’s feedings and presentations.
Find out more »
Daily Feedings & Presentations
What does a sloth eat? What does a snake’s skin feel like? Find answers to these questions and more during live animal feedings and presentations—part of Survival of the Slowest, The Discovery’s current featured exhibition. Join animal care experts to get up close and personal with some of the animals from the exhibition, and see them enjoy their favorite meals and snacks. See the schedules below for each day’s feedings and presentations.
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Nevada Humane Society
Our friends from Nevada Humane Society will visit The Discovery to share information about the services their organization provides in our community. Learn more about how to adopt an animal that is right for your home and family and pick up a free coloring book about dog bite prevention.
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