Some Pig!!

Meet Inca--our resident guinea pig!!

What does a guinea pig have to do with birds, you may ask??

That's a really good question, and at first glance there may seem to be no relationship whatsoever.  However, have you ever watched a small child's reaction to something new -- animals in particular?  Their first instinct is to reach out and touch it!  Since our birds are not touchable, having a small pettable animal in the programs appropriate for the 3-13 age group allows them to be able to satisfy the urge to "touch".  

Inca is a very important part of our Fur, Feathers and Scales and our Care For Critters programs.  He helps us to explain to the children what makes birds, reptiles, and mammals different from each other.  It also allows us to explain to them why some animals make good pets and others do not, and emphasizes that if you choose an animal for a pet there are certain responsibilities that go along with that choice.

For more information about our educational programs and how you can have them presented for your group, go to our homepage by clicking on the link on the right side of the screen.