Our animal ambassadors help bring learning to life! Meet some of the reptiles and invertebrates that may join us for parties and educational programs.
Ball Python - Python regius
Sundae is a 5 year old Banana morph ball python. He's a laid-back guy who is usually happiest curled up relaxing. His calm personality makes him a great introduction to snakes.
Ball Python - Python regius
S'mores is a one year old normal or wild type ball python. Her beautiful coloring is what you would find in their natural habitats in Africa. S'mores is quite the curious snake and she loves to climb and explore. Watch your glasses though! One of her favorite things is to hang off of glasses while you're wearing them.
Hermann's Tortoise - Testudo hermanni
Squirtle is our resident skateboarder. When he isn't eating, digging, or sleeping, he has been known to take a ride on his skateboard. He may not be our fastest ambassador, but he has found his own way to pick up the pace.
Crested Gecko - Correlophus cillatus
Marshmallow is an excellent climber thanks to his specialized sticky gecko feet. Like many crested geckos, Marshmallow has lost his tail but that doesn't slow him down one bit. He is a great example of defense adaptations and of course what makes geckos amazing climbers.
Ghost Mantis - Phyllocrania paradoxa
Chandelure is our ghost mantis nymph and quite the dancer. Mantises naturally sway from side to side to mimic leaves moving in the breeze, but Chandelure takes it to another level. His unusual leaf-like body and dramatic moves make him the perfect ambassador to learn about camouflage and mimicry.
Dairy Cow Isopods • Porcellio laevis
They may be tiny, but our Dairy Cow isopods have a big job! These spotted little decomposers help break down dead plant material and return nutrients to the soil. They’re a great way to get an up-close look at exoskeletons, molting, and the important role even the smallest animals play in an ecosystem.