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 The Harris Loan Center:
MARCH—Asian Biodiversity
Did you know that 25 percent of our medicines come from wild plants, fungi, and animals? Many economically important species are found in Asia, but are threatened by overharvesting and hunting.
During the month of March, we’ll examine how Field museum scientists study Asian plants, fungi, and animals to understand how different species are related to one another and to identify issues threatening biodiversity. Together, these researchers develop techniques that protect economically and scientifically valuable species.
To prepare your students for our various exhibits and programs about Asian Biodiversity, consider the following Harris Loan materials:
EXHIBIT CASES
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Plants
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Tea plant
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Process of tea-making
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Insects
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Asian Long-horned Beetle
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Chinese Praying Mantis
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Silk Worm
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Birds
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Ring-necked Pheasant |
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Introduction | Investigate Biodiversity | YBC | Meet the Scientist | Explore Global Diversity | Events and Programs | Take Action! | Teaching Biodiversity | Biodiversity Exhibition | Credits
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