hree new exhibition halls are now open at the
Museum of History of Natural Science (bei jing zi ran li
shi bo wu guan). They feature Varieties of Animal; Animals
at Night; and World of Insects. The exhibitions, themed as
"Friends of Human Beings", emphasize the importance of
environmental and animal protection, and
encourage people to learn about and respect nature.
Featured at the exhibitions are many of China's best
specimens and specimens of rare animals from foreign
countries.
The World of Insects is in form of a large forest inhabited by
larger-than-life models of insects. Visitors can read
explanatory information. Using new equipment, they can also
watch in detail the way insects walk. Among insects, the most
attractive are specimens of butterflies, most of which are rare
in China, South-east Asia and South America.
Animals at Night depicts four night scenes
in forests, deserts and on beaches. The calls of more than
60 species of animal can be heard by visitors through
earphones.
Varieties of Animal introduces the categories and types of
animal, and their protection.
Museum of History of Natural Sciences
126 Tianqiao Nandajie
Tel: 6702-4431 ext. 3060.