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Detroit Zoo Community Connect – Massasauga Rattlesnakes

Step into the role of a reptile conservationist by surveying for Michigan’s only venomous snake, the Massasauga rattlesnake. Learn about its habitat, practice field techniques, and analyze data to understand how scientists study and protect this unique species.

Rattlesnakes

Slither into the world of rattlesnakes! Act as a reptile conservationist and practice conducting field surveys on Massasaugas, Michigan’s only venomous snake. Participants will learn about habitat as they attempt to find hidden snakes and conduct surveying techniques. Participants will synthesize data on their findings as they embody how scientists study these ssssuper specimens.

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Key Concepts:

  • Wildlife Conservation
  • Habitat Preservation

Grade(s):

  • Third–Fifth
  • Sixth–Eighth

Duration:

  • 45–60 minutes

Skills:

  • Making observations
  • Collecting and analyzing data
  • Fine motor