BRANCH CLOSURE:

The Harrah Library will be closed for updates from 4/13 - 5/5. 

  • Holds will be available for pickup at the Harrah Senior Center, M-F 8:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. 
  • Library items can be returned to the bookdrop at the Harrah Library, the Senior Center, or any other Metropolitan Library location.

Birds & Bones: Owl Pellet Dissection Take-Home Kit

Program Type:

Museums at MLS, Science & STEAM

Age Group:

All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
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Program Description

Event Description

Owls swallow their prey whole, and their digestive systems separate flesh from bone. Later, they regurgitate compact pellets containing undigested skeleton bones. With this kit, presented in collaboration with the Museum of Osteology, experience the dissection of an owl pellet. Learn to identify different bones, understand skeletal structure, and discover the remarkable preservation that keeps tiny skeletons intact for scientific study.

Discover the fascinating world of bones at Nature’s Open Book: a special exhibit from SKELETONS: Museum of Osteology! Visit the Downtown Library in April and May to explore a selection of incredible skeletal and taxidermy specimens, with additional displays at various other Metro libraries. Visit metrolibrary.org/skeletons for additional location details and to discover related events. 

Available while supplies last!

Disclaimer(s)

We can only guarantee one kit per household and per registration (if required).