Survival of the Slowest
Evolution down the path less traveled.
February 27th – May 24th | Gloria M. Olewine Gallery
This new temporary live animal exhibit at Whitaker Center’s UPMC Science Center is an exploration of counterintuitive adaptations that encourages you to slow down and consider some of the advantages of being slow and some of the disadvantages of being fast.
Most people know why it is good to be bigger, stronger, or faster. But evolving to be slower as a mechanism for survival? This is the opposite of what many people think would be advantageous. But many animals have evolved to slow down as part of their survival strategy. See how animals such as sloths, snakes, hedgehogs, and horned frogs exist — and thrive — thanks to their status as being slower, smaller, or weaker than other creatures in the animal kingdom.
Survival of the Slowest is created by Little Ray’s Exhibitions and F.A.R.E. (Little Ray’s Foundation for Animal Rescue and Education), a proud member of Canada’s Accredited Zoos and Aquariums (CAZA).
Price
Included with UPMC Science Center Admission
Audience
All Ages
Language.
English, Spanish
Animal Encounters Daily (Fri – Mon)
Encounters on all open days at 11:00 A.M. and 1:00 P.M. | Excludes Exclusive Sloth Encounters
Now Offering: Sloth Encounters
A one-of-a-kind encounter with one of nature’s most fascinating creatures!
Saturdays and Sundays through 5/24
$150 per group (up to 6 participants)
Meet one of the most charming animals at Whitaker Center in a guided 30-minute Sloth Encounter designed for small groups. This member-exclusive experience gives guests (up to 6 per group) the chance to get closer, learn more, and enjoy an unforgettable moment with support from the Animal Care Team at Whitaker!
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