At times in The Maritime Aquarium’s new “African Penguins” special exhibit, the penguins swim right against the viewing windows.
But how fun would it be if you could remove the glass from between the birds and visitors’ delighted eyes?
Pretty cool, we think. So this July and August, once each day, the barrier will be removed and visitors can enjoy seeing a penguin wander right in front of them unfettered.
“Penguins on the Loose” will be offered at 11:15 a.m. daily near the Marine Care & Culture Lab (just past the elevator). Visitors can sit and stand around a special penguin mat, while one or two penguins will be invited out to wander, explore and generally do what penguins do. Don’t be surprised if one walks right up to you and checks you out. (You’ll find out what it’s like to get the penguin “eyeball.”) Because penguins don’t follow scripts, each presentation is sure to be a bit different.
An Aquarium biologist will talk about our African penguins and how we care for them, about penguins in general (including conservation issues that penguins share with Long Island Sound animals) and answer any other questions you may have.
“There’s something about being among these birds without the glass between you that everyone finds thrilling and special,” said Chris Loynd, the Aquarium’s marketing director. “Many people feel a meaningful and exciting connection to the penguins by sharing their space.”
Even better, “Penguins on the Loose” will be free with Aquarium admission.
Source:
http://www.connecticutplus.com/cplus/information/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=9551&year=2009&month=06
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