During January, 2009, I went to this new SF Academy of Science 3 times with my 3 scientists---Logan, Kristina, and Brittany, separately. This picture is showing the poison dart frogs in the rainforest dome. There are tons of other rainforest creatures to look at.
These cute eels are displayed in the aquarium section. I like the way they poke out to look around.
This is the biggest coral reef display in the U.S., I think. Most of the fish come from the Philippine Coral Reef. It is so pretty. When Logan and I sat in front of it for 30 minutes, we were able to spot 15-17 different species.
Brittany loves the rainforest dome. She took lots of butterfly pictures. The butterflies just fly freely in the dome. The dome contains representations of the 4 layers of the rainforest: the emergent layer, the canopy, the understory, and the forest floor. Sometimes the butterflies land on top your head or shoulders. Isn't that cool? :) Anyway, it is really fun place to visit and there is a lot to learn for all ages. My 3 scientists were happy with the whole academy. I suppose it is good proof that the trip was worthwhile.
