We are excited to announce construction has begun on our new Wildlife Hospital Behind the Scenes and new Birds Of Prey exhibits. In Behind the Scenes, an operating theater with one-way glass will let visitors witness real hospital procedures such as feeding orphaned babies. Birds of Prey is a series of interactive stations, providing hands-on opportunities to learn about our region’s fascinating raptors.
Wildlife Hospital Behind the Scenes
Wildlife Hospital Behind the Scenes
Wildlife Hospital Behind the Scenes will function in two ways. First, as a glass-fronted operating theater to allow visitors the opportunity to witness live presentations of real hospital procedures, such as conducting physical therapy on a raptor recovering from a wing injury or feeding orphaned babies. Second, the exhibit will include a gallery of self-guided learning stations involving microscopes, x-rays and touch screen displays.
Birds of Prey Exhibit
Birds of Prey Exhibit
Birds of Prey will feature exhibits designed to let visitors explore and experience the adaptations of the incredible raptors that live around us. For example, On the Wing is an interactive flight simulator that will give children the sense of soaring high above Mt. Diablo State Park. Get a Grip lets you compare your grip strength to an eagle’s, and Unique Beaks teaches how different bird beaks are specially adapted to eat certain types of food.
