Predator vs. Prey Summer Camp: Box Turtle

Each day summer campers interact with an animal and learn about that particular animal's relationship with either it's predator or it's prey.

On day 2, the theme is "Herbivores". Campers learned about box turtles and the relationship box turtles have with their "prey" which is often fruit, vegetables, crickets and worms.

In their own words, campers describe their favorite predator-prey interaction:

"Box turtles and fruit, vegetables and crickets." -Angel
"Box turtle - crickets and leaves." -Alyssa
"A box turtle [because] they eat worms." -Skyla
"The box turtle because it was so cute to see its eyes." -Sophia
"The box turtle [was my favorite predator-prey interaction]." -Skeets

Scales and Tails

The North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher continues “Saving Frogs – Spring Forward” initiatives with a two-day celebration of our amphibian and reptile friends. Saturday, March 7 and Sunday, March 8 from 9 am - 5 pm, visitors will have an opportunity to see, touch and learn about our cold-blooded neighbors. Aquarium staff and invited experts will introduce the public to dozens of live amphibians and reptiles, including alligators, snakes, iguanas, lizards, turtles, albino animals and MORE! This event is free with aquarium admission.;

AquaCamp - Register Now!

Need something to do with the kids on the MLK holiday? Give them an up close look at reptiles and animals including, turtles, salamanders, and alligators at the NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher. Campers will learn about the similarities and differences between these two types of animals. Live animal presentations and more are all part of this exciting program. Come and join the fun! Snacks are provided. Kids will need to bring a bag lunch. $40.00 per participant. PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Call 910-458-7468 Monday – Friday, 9 am – 5pm.