Adaptations Classes
STUDY OF ANIMAL BEHAVIOR
Grades 9-12
Program length: 90 minutes
Fee: $95 (ZMD $70)
Offered September through March
Animal behavior is the scientific study of everything that animals do. The Saint Louis Zoo applies animal behavior research in its conservation efforts both at the Zoo and in the field. In this class, students will learn the basics of animal behavior, various sampling methods and some information about specific behavior studies going on at the Zoo. This program includes guided observation of one select animal group.
Missouri Science Grade Level Expectations: VII-1A (9-12th) c, d, 1B (9-12th) c, f, 1E (9-12th) a; VIII-3D (9-12th) b
Classification Classes
COMPARATIVE ANATOMY OF MAMMALS
Grades 9-12
Program length: 90 minutes
Fee: $95 (ZMD $70)
Offered September through April
Delve deeper into one of the most fascinating and diverse groups of vertebrates on the planet: mammals. Using the Zoo's unique resources, students will compare and contrast the anatomy of different mammalian orders with the use of teeth, skulls, hides, fur, and much more. This course will allow hands-on investigation of mammals in a way not found anywhere else.
Missouri Science Grade Level Expectations: III–1E (9-11th) a, b; VII–1C (9-11th) a, 1E (9-11th) a
COMPARATIVE ANATOMY OF AMPHIBIANS AND REPTILES
Grades 9-12
Program length: 90 minutes
Fee: $95 (ZMD $70)
Offered September through April
Investigate one of the most fascinating and diverse groups of cold-blooded vertebrates. Using the Zoo's unique resources, students will compare and contrast the anatomy of different amphibian and reptilian orders with the use of teeth, skulls, scales and more.
Missouri Science Grade Level Expectations:III–1E (9-11th) a, b; VII–1C (9-11th) a, 1E (9-11th) a
COMPARATIVE ANATOMY OF VERTEBRATES
Grades 9-12
Program length: 90 minutes
Fee: $95 (ZMD $70)
Offered September through April
Through a series of investigations, students will discover the distinct adaptations that make the subphylum Vertebrata a fascinating group of animals. This course is capable of providing an introduction to the topic or serving as an assessment of your students' knowledge of vertebrate groups.
Missouri Science Grade Level Expectations: III–1E (9-11th) a, b; VII–1C (9-11th) a, 1E (9-11th) a
Conservation Classes
GENETIC CONSERVATION
Grades 9-12
Program length: 90 minutes
Fee: $95 (ZMD $70)
Offered September through May
As a conservation institution, the Zoo plays an important role in breeding endangered species. But how does the Zoo determine which animals would benefit or harm the gene pool of a particular population? Using activities, live animals, and biofacts, students will gather insight on how genetic information is used to manage species conservation.
Missouri Science Grade Level Expectations: III-3A (9-11th) a, 3B (9-11th) a,b,c,e,3C (9-11th) a, 3D (9-11th) a,b,c, 3E (9-11th) a; IV-1D (9-11th) b, 3B (9-11th) a,b, 3C (9-11th) a,c; VII-1C (9-11th) a,b, 1E (9-11th) a,b
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