Slimy and legless in action!

Our very new and exciting Slimy and Legless programme begins today. Slimy and Legless focuses on the endangered Taranaki giant snail (Powelliphanta "Egmont") that lurks deep within the Egmont National Park.

Did you know that the Powelliphanta snail loves to eat earthworms, and sucks them up through their mouth like we eat spaghetti?! (Thanks to DOC for our Powelliphanta fact of the day!)

When we heard that, we had to learn more about the Powelliphanta, as well as the garden snails that we find in our own garden. In fact, Slimy and Legless features some very special guests, one of whom our educators Keri and Hoani are getting to know in this photo:

Do you have any fascinating facts about snails? Have you seen a Powelliphanta snail up close? Leave us a comment - we love to hear your feedback.

Check out more about the Slimy and Legless lesson or contact us to book your class.

Slimy and Legless...

As Term 3 draws to a close, our Education Team is gearing up for a busy Term 4 filled with a variety of exciting and interactive programmes at Puke Ariki. 

Next term we're offering a new programme: Slimy and Legless. Sounds intriguing, we know! Focusing on the Taranaki giant snail (Powelliphanta "Egmont") and its habitat, this lesson is an excellent opportunity for students to learn more about their local Taranaki environment. Slimy and Legless also compliments the Taranaki: Our Volcano lesson which students may have previously experienced at Puke Ariki.

Photo: Stratford Press

Discover more about Slimy and Legless and our other Term 4 programmes.
What programmes would you like the Education team to offer? Leave us a comment.