Platt Discovery Cottage

the zoo

November 5th, 2007

We spent the day at the zoo with some homeschooling friends.  It was Fuss’s first visit to a zoo and he had a blast.  We didn’t stay overly long and as we were leaving he said “Wow - there is just so much to see at the zoo!”  Luckily we have that resource, and we’ll likely visit often.  Although for Fuss and I it cost $32.  That’s a lot of money for three hours of fun.  But, at least he learned quite a lot.  When Dad arrived home from work, Fuss went on for the better part of 45 minutes about the animals and everything he saw and learned. 

As we were leaving, Fuss ran over to watch the rhinoceros wander around his pen.  I had completely forgotten how they actually look like they have movable plates of armour as they walk.  I’m not sure who was more fascinated - Fuss or me!

I unfortunately only got two photographs since I was a bit ‘on my toes’ trying to talk to Fuss about all the animals while chasing the Bug.  One of the other mothers had her (very nice!) camera, so hopefully she’ll forward some photos.  If so, I’ll try to upload some. 

Oh - another thing I thought was really neat - there was a crocodile with an improper bite.  His jaw did not come together at all!  Turns out that he was accidentally kept in a part of the zoo with improper sunlight as he was developing.  The lack of vitamin d caused him to be malformed.  I thought it was really interesting considering all the new information about vitamin d - it not only affects us, but animals as well!

Enjoying the journey,  Amanda

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