On Sunday September 24th, I was able to attend the scholar’s behind the scenes zoo trip. My special event was the Manatee enclosure, where I got to feed manatees lettuce and learn about their care, feeding habits, and how they are taken care of. Here, I learned how unique and passionate the Columbus Zoo really is. The manatees they take care of are all hurt or orphaned manatees that need help to survive. Before this event, I wasn’t a huge fan of zoos because it seemed as though the animals were pretty sad and inactive in their enclosures. However, after learning about the important rehabilitation of these injured manatees, my opinion about the Columbus Zoo is much better and I fully support what they do!
