Red-tailed Boa

Boa Constrictor  Red-tailed boas originate from tropical Central and South America, ranging from Brazil and Columbia north through the country of  Mexico.  They are commonly found in woodlands, semi-arid forests, and tropical rain forests. These snakes have brown and...

North American River Otter

Scientific Name: Lontra canadensis. The Environmental Park at SciWorks is home to two North American River Otters.  Mollie, who was obtained from Homosassa Springs Wildlife Park in Florida, and Otto, who was sent to us from a wildlife rehabilitation facility in...

Planetarium Shows This Week

NOTE:  Times and/or titles are subject to change without notice. Monday, September 30 Museum is Closed Tuesday, October 1 12:00 The Planet Patrol 2:00  Secret of the Cardboard Rocket 3:00 WSKY Wednesday, October 2 12:00 The Planet Patrol 2:00  Secret of the Cardboard...

SciWorks’ BioTechnology Day

More than 500 middle and high school students learned about biotechnology careers at SciWorks’ annual Biotechnology Day on September 26. The program is sponsored by N.C. BioNetwork, which brings in organizations to provide hands-on activities that will show how...