Zigzag prepares for the second temporary exhibition of 2022 of reptiles from past and present – Zacatecas State Government

Zigzag prepares for the second temporary exhibition of 2022 of reptiles past and present

• The goal of the Zacatecas State Government, through Cozcyt, is to bring children and youth closer to science and technology through engaging topics
• The interactive paleontology exhibition will feature 31 living specimens and replica skeletons. It will be held from November 10 to February 10

Zacatecas, Zack, November 06, 2022. – The Interactive Center for Science and Technology in Zacatecas Zigzag is preparing for the second temporary exhibition for 2022 “Reptiles Past and Present”, through which the state government brings children and youth closer to science and technology, through attractive themes to advance scientific and technological careers.

Zigzag’s director, Atenea Morales Samaniego, stated that the Zacatecan Council for Science, Technology and Innovation (Cozcyt) invites the general population to visit the interactive paleontology exhibit, where 31 live specimens and a replica of the skeletons will be displayed. From November 10, 2022 to February 10, 2023.

He explained that the United Nations declared 2022 the “International Year of Basic Science for Sustainable Development”, and then Zigzag chose the topic of palaeontology, consistent with Governor David Monreal Avila’s interest in introducing the Zacatecan community. Innovative and relevant educational experiences.

He explained that the interactive exhibition was produced by the Museum of the Desert in Saltillo, Coahuila, with the aim of showing the evolution and importance of some species of reptiles, and then the General Director of Cozcyt, Hammurabi Gamboa Rosales, made the necessary arrangements to bring them to the state.

Morales Samaniego explained that the exhibition consists of interactive exhibits, replica skeletons of prehistoric reptiles and terrariums with 31 living species, including a boa, the gila monster, a desert tortoise and various types of snakes. The interest of the palace.

Present and past reptiles can be enjoyed individually with the entry ticket to Zigzag. In the case of groups of more than 10 people and schoolchildren, it is necessary to make a reservation in advance, through the www.zigzag.gob.mx page.

Atenea Morales noted that paleontology is a fundamental science that constitutes one of the richest sources of information on the history of life in geology and biology, areas of great importance for sustainable development and which are displayed in the permanent collection of zigzags.

He finally noted that the first temporary exhibition this year was the Bosques de Esperanza, which was aimed at raising awareness among residents about a concern for the environment and the effects of climate change.

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