Description: Beautiful Biomes From forests to deserts, and grasslands to the oceans, we will explore different biomes of our planet. Our focus is on three of the major biomes: rain forests, deserts and oceans. A closer look at the flora and fauna will reveal the adaptations necessary to thrive within these unique areas. Our lesson …
Since 1985, Chewonki has been home to a collection of animal ambassadors. Birds, reptiles, mammals, and amphibians arrive at our campus with injuries or conditions that prevent their return to the wild. After recuperating, non-releasable animals join our team of animal experts visiting schools, libraries, public & private venues across Maine to educate and inspire …
Some of the birds you may see are: Saw-whet Owls, Eastern Screech Owls, Barred Owls, Great Horned Owls, and American Crows. Eastern Screech Owl (Megascops asio) Barred Owl Barred Owl (Strix varia) Saw-Whet Owl (Aegolius acadicus) Great Horned Owl (Bubo virginianus) Red-Tailed Hawk (Buteo jamaicensis). Photo credit Melanie Tepper
Our Wildlife Center is home to a variety of reptiles, some from Maine and others found in different regions. These animals could include: Snakes, Lizards, and Turtles. Indonesian Blue Tongue Skink (Tiliqua gigas) Eastern Box Turtle (Terrapene carolina) Corn Snake (Pantherophis guttatus)
What should I do if I find a sick or injured animal, or a young animal that has been abandoned? It is against the law in Maine to handle or care for wild animals (including birds) unless you have specific state and federal permits. Remember that a young animal found away from its parents may …
Description: Bats comprise nearly one-quarter of the world’s approximately 4,000 mammal species, yet humans continue to fear and misunderstand them. Bats do so much to help us survive, but now they need our help. Our engaging slideshow, and interactive demonstrations, will introduce participants to the role bats play in ecosystems ranging from the Maine woods …
Description: Is a bug an insect? Is a spider a bug? Chewonki’s “Bugmobile” transports the world of arthropods—insects and their relatives—into the classroom. Using models, costumes, and live specimens, we explain the unique characteristics of four major groups of arthropods. Our live “bug” species will introduce you to some of the fascinating adaptations essential for …
Contact Us We look forward to hearing from you! Kerianne Gwinnell Director of Traveling Natural History Programs(207) 656-5845 Mary Beth BrandtAdministrative Assistant and School Liaisonoutreach@chewonki.org(207) 656-5835 Or write to us at:Chewonki Foundation485 Chewonki Neck RoadWiscasset, Maine 04578
Description: This presentation begins with examining the four major groups of marine mammals, their special adaptations for keeping warm, finding food, and breathing air in the marine environment, and the many threats they face. Students then work together as a group to reconstruct a Pilot Whale skeleton. Reassembling this once-living puzzle creates an ideal format …
Description: Discover the differences and similarities between birds and mammals as we encourage active learning by dressing two students in our bear and bird costumes. Participants handle and examine beak, foot, and feather specimens to get a closer look at each animal’s special adaptations. One of Chewonki’s owls and a live, non-releasable mammal bring these …
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