Animals

Microbe Game: Kids match giant plush microbes to list of symptoms they cause, lead in to discussion on history and careers in bio-medical research Multiple Choice Game: Kids match up animal to the condition/disease they played an instrumental role in alleviating, lead to discussion of the history and role animals play in bio-medical research. Finger Puppet Giveaway Origami Frogs & Mice Giveaway Literature/Posters on Careers in Bio-Medical Research

Interactive booth with displays on human anatomy (take-apart torso), preserved animal specimens, quizzes on animals.

Neurosciences graduate students founded and organized the Neuroscience Outreach Program to share our knowledge of the brain and neuroscience research with San Diego students and community members. Throughout the year, graduate student volunteers share their enthusiasm for neuroscience by teaching introductory, hands-on activities in classrooms and at various events. Student directors are in charge of arranging outreach events in the greater San Diego area.

Our booth will feature our live, non-releasable raptors. These are all local birds of prey that can be found here in San Diego and will include several different species of hawks, falcons, and owls. Guest will be given the opportunities to meet these birds in a close, personal setting while learning about their importance in the San Diego ecosystem. We will teach guests about these wonderful animals natural history, biology, and importance of conservation.

Zovargo’s mission is to foster human-animal connections through unique encounters and interactive educational programs that inspire conservation stewardship. All our programs allow for hands-on learning about various animals, the environment, and biology of those animals. From frogs, chameleons, birds, insects, and more – we provide education and inspiration about how everyone can become conservation stewards! We’ll be bringing up to 7 different species with us on the day of the event.