Alligator lunchtime

Today we're taking you behind the scenes into the Museum's Animal Room. What do you know about chese creatures?

Thanks to staffers Linda and Nichole for the video.

R.I.P. Cheeseburger and Imogene

Cheeseburger and Imogene, the Rats
2004-2009

The Museum of Discovery misses two of our more unique and colorful personalities from our animal collection as we mourn the passing of Cheeseburger and Imogene the rats.

"Unfortunately, it's not unusual for mice and rats to get tumors easily," said Susan Bennett, Outreach Educator.

Cheeseburger and Imogene held a special place in the hearts of Museum visitors, as they greeted everyone from their "condo" located near the Museum's gift shop.

One young visitor said, "Even though they were yucky rats, they had cute eyes."

The Museum has plans to adopt two rats to replace the recently deceased.

Welcome the new members of our Museum animal family!

Two hedgehogs and two bunnies! (The other hedgehog was shy when the camera showed up.)

















Did you know that the Museum of Discovery is home to over 50 animals? Our bug zoo is on permanent display; other animals are carefully cared for in our Animal Room and shared with the public during special events and school visits.