In preliminary expeditions, we have found lush green areas planted among otherwise industrial surroundings. Research has revealed that this was known as a “park”, a government-supported area that could not be planted or hunted upon. These parks are often placed in areas of high population. The National Zoo is one of these parks, called a Zoological Park, specifically. Like many institutions of the past that displayed carefully selected objects, the Zoo also holds a collection. However, this collection is different- it’s alive. The Zoo is home to hundreds of strange plants and bizarre creatures that seem to be held in high regard and receive strict protection from outsiders. They are all wildly different and quite unlike the swarming pests that roam our planet today. From our visit to the Zoo, we’ve learned that these are called insects, or bugs.

Before we can begin to learn about the rich culture and social structure of 21st century DC, we need to understand what is called biodiversity. Apparently, when it contains a multitude of living organisms, a region is called bio-diverse to indicate its wide variety of life. Maybe we can improve our water and air quality by taking some of these living organisms back with us.

Go back to the 21st century and complete the “Sifter Society” trek at the National Zoo. Report back here when finished.

You can also visit the Zoo’s website to learn more: www.fonz.org

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