INSECT ZOO
Tarantulas, scorpions, millipedes, centipedes and a variety of insects from around the globe are waiting for you to explore their world in the Ralph M. Parsons Insect Zoo. Why do hissing cockroaches hiss? Do all walkingsticks look like sticks? Are all spiders and scorpions dangerous to humans? Gain a deeper understanding of this group of animals from the information supplied for each species, a number of interactive displays, and even an up close and personal encounter with one of our "bugs" with the aid of trained and knowledgeable staff members.

Visiting the Insect Zoo
You can visit the Insect Zoo as part of a Discovery Center/Insect Zoo appointment. Make your reservation at the time of your registration through the School Visits Office (213) 763-3333. Additional information for school groups, including an online registration form, can be found at Scheduling a School Group Visit.

During the 50-minute appointment to the Discovery Center and Insect Zoo, your class will have time to explore each gallery after a brief staff-led orientation. Teachers are encouraged to visit in advance to prepare for a more focused use of the galleries and are admitted to the museum free of charge with their School ID.

Groups will be combined in the Discovery Center for a maximum of 80 students per hour. One adult chaperone is required for every ten students. We encourage you to bring one adult for every five students.

Grades 2-5. SC: 2.2, 3.3, 4.2, 4.3, 5.2