Science Forum

All About Owls

December

Saturdays and Sundays
11:00 a.m.
No demos December 2, 23, 24, 30, or 31

Explore the unseen lives of owls in this hands-on demonstration. Together, we will use museum specimens to learn about some of owls’ unique adaptations, like big eyes, specialized ears, quiet wings, and sharp claws. What do these adaptations tell us about how owls eat? How are these modern raptors related to dinosaurs? Find out what an owl pellet is (Hint: it's not poop!) and dissect a real owl pellet to learn about the owl's diet. Come and discover the role of these birds of prey in the food chain!

Cow Eye Dissection

December

Saturdays and Sundays 
3:00 p.m.
No demos December 2, 23, 24, 30, or 31

Have you ever wondered how we see? To take a closer look at the organ that helps us see the world, join UMMNH staff in dissecting a cow’s eye. How is it similar to and different from our eyes, and those of other animals? Learn the parts of the eye and how they work together. While exploring the lens, we’ll also talk about why some of us need glasses and how we can keep our eyes and our vision healthy.