Survival of the Slowest

Learn how the slow survive.

Sometimes being slow, small, or weak can have its advantages! Survival of the Slowest explores the often-overlooked species that have used their disadvantages to help them survive—and even thrive—in a world where large, strong, and fast animals are often at the top of the food chain.

This world-class exhibition will allow visitors to get up close and personal with more than 15 live animals including a two-toed sloth, red-footed tortoise, green iguana, four-toed hedgehog, bearded dragon, ball python, and more! Visitors will marvel in this immersive, educational experience, but only for a limited time at The Discovery!

La exposición Supervivencia del más lento se presenta en inglés y español.

Provide Your Support

Support from our community is needed to help bring this exciting exhibition to The Discovery. In recognition of your support, your name will be prominently displayed on a graphic appliqué in the museum’s lobby (see above). Your donation made by September 2, 2022 will help ensure Survival of the Slowest is on exhibit at The Discovery from mid-September 2022 through January 2023.

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Commemoration Opportunities

Donation of $100
Leaf (5”): up to 20 characters – 50 available

Donation of $500
Tarantula (7”): up to 24 characters – 25 available

Donation of $1,000
Tortoise (10”): up to 27 characters – 20 available

Donation of $1,500
Hedgehog (12”): up to 34 characters – 15 available

Donation of $2,500
Chameleon (14”): up to 26 characters – 10 available

Donation of $5,000
Iguana (19”): up to 24 characters – 8 available

Donation of $10,000 and up
Sloth (22”): up to 37 characters – 5 available

Survival of the Slowest is produced by Little Ray’s Nature Centres in partnership with the Canadian Museum of Nature. Little Ray’s is the largest exotic animal rescue organization in Canada and most of the animals in the exhibition are rescues. The exhibition is staffed by trained professionals who carefully monitor the health and well-being of the animals on display.

The Discovery is a locally founded, 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that relies on admission, memberships, and donations to continue its educational mission, programs and exhibitions. Contributions are deductible for tax purposes inthe manner and extent provided by law. Tax ID #61-1474845.