We had lots of fun during Young Explorer Week 1! Themes that we explored included lobsters, seals, seabirds, sharks and marine debris. Thanks to the participants for a great week! Below are a few photos of the Young Explorers in action.
Looking at lobster larvae while doing the lobster scavenger hunt around the aquarium.
Learning about lobster external anatomy. Did you know that lobsters can be left-handed?
Exploring the intertidal zone.
Creating a field guide of animals collected while at the beach.
Lobster day included other marine arthropods, such as this sea spider.
Aquarium animal scavenger hunt.
Seal feeding time!
Investigating how salt lowers the freezing temperature of water.
A sideswimmer found under the seaweed.
The Young Explorers were excited to find rock gunnel fish!
Watching the Bay of Fundy Fishes tank being fed.
Identifying and observing seabirds, including this storm petrel.
How do seabirds stay dry?
Making a marble painted seabird nest.
Using splatter painting to create a seabird egg.
A green crab found under a rock on the shore.
Investigating electricity while discussing shark electroreceptors.
In the lab studying shark teeth from different species.
We had a chance to observe the black teeth on this clam worm.
Exploring a tide pool.
Conducting an experiment to learn about shark's oily livers and buoyancy
A female green crab with an egg sac.
Beautiful sea urchin test!
Surprise! There's a diver in the tank.
The Young Explorers even got to ask him questions.
Watching the sea raven being fed.
Creating art from marine debris.
The Young Explorers were very creative with the marine debris art.
An art piece made from lobster bands.
Does the plastic item float or sink? What marine animals may encounter this marine debris?
We ended off the week with a beach clean up. The Young Explorers did a great job!
Visit the Huntsman
website to learn about upcoming Young Explorer programs.
Plus, did you know this summer we launched Huntsman Marine Experiences? Explore the local marine environment with your family and friends on these exciting programs. Register
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