Animals

Animals are multicellular eukaryotic organisms that form the biological kingdom Animalia. With few exceptions, animals consume organic material, breathe oxygen, can move, reproduce sexually, and grow from a hollow sphere of cells, the blastula, during embryonic development. Over 1.5 million living animal species have been described—of which around 1 million are insects—but it has been estimated there are over 7 million animal species in total. Animals range in length from 8.5 millionths of a meter to 33.6 meters (110 ft) and have complex interactions with each other and their environments, forming intricate food webs. The study of animals is called zoology.

Jackalope

Legendary/Mythological

Located in East Building - Contact Mr. Olsen for access

This creature of folklore is a jackrabbit with antlers. Some researchers say that this creature was probably first "spotted" and thought up when jackrabbits were seen when infected with the Shope papilloma virus. This virus horn or antler-like tumors to grow in various places on the rabbit's body. What do you believe? Is this excellent taxidermy or is it real? Come to the museum to see Mr. Olsen's very own Jackalope! - I. Trent