CuriOdyssey
Visitors to the children’s and family-friendly science museum and zoo known as CuriOdyssey have the opportunity to get up close and personal with exotic creatures as well as explore interactive science exhibits. Nearly one hundred rescued animals, the majority of which are native to California but are unable to make it in the wild, call CuriOdyssey home. The custom-designed exhibits at CuriOdyssey function as a science playground in which children can experiment with a variety of scientific phenomena. These phenomena include physical forces, perceptions, and reflections, patterns in nature, and backyard science. It is a portion of the Coyote Point Recreation Area, which can be found in San Mateo, California, at the address 1651 Coyote Point Drive. This area views out over the San Francisco Bay. The San Mateo County Junior Museum was established in 1954, and the Association of Zoos and Aquariums has recognized the museum as meeting the criteria necessary for accreditation. CuriOdyssey fosters a connection between children and the natural world through its daily animal feedings for the public and educational events in which guests have the opportunity to interact with the museum’s Animal Ambassadors. The Association of Science-Technology Centers as well as the Association of Zoos and Aquariums are both organizations that CuriOdyssey is a member of. In addition, CuriOdyssey is a participant in the Museums for All initiative, which makes it possible for some families to get free entrance and discounted membership fees.
Young visitors are introduced to the sciences and natural history of the San Francisco Bay Area through the museum’s educational programs, science exhibits, wildlife watching, and engagement opportunities.
Children and families are invited to explore and experience with natural phenomena such as gravity, light, perception, and lift through more than 50 interactive science exhibits built exclusively for young visitors. Next Post
Wildlife Habitats and Animal Ambassadors — Twenty naturalistic habitats hold almost 100 non-releasable native Californian creatures, including two bobcats, a river otter, a Virginia opossum, snakes, golden eagles, a gray fox, turtles, owls, a western toad, turkey vultures, and raccoons. Visitors can go through a tunnel that allows them to see inside dens and internal enclosures, and then walk around the perimeter to observe the creatures in their natural habitat. Keepers present fifty more Animal Ambassadors for young visitors to see and (sometimes) touch during weekend wildlife programs. These educational animals consist of raptors, snakes, a blue-tongued skink, and many others. Additional info
The Aviary is a 4,000 square foot (370 square meter) facility that shelters over a dozen non-releasable California native birds.
1.3 acres (0.53 hectare) of largely native flora, including a hummingbird garden and butterfly habitat, make up the gardens.
