Under the Canopy is a new exhibition at the Canadian Museum of Nature that features live rainforest animals!

Under the Canopy: Animals of the Rainforest is an exhibition produced by Little Ray’s Nature Centres. It features live lizards, snakes, a sloth and more. It will be on view until January 7, 2024. 

The animals in Under the Canopy are either rescued exotic pets or were born in human care. An experienced Wildlife Caretaker from Little Ray’s is on site daily to feed the animals, clean their terraria, check on their wellbeing and provide any support needed.

Along with live animals, the exhibition includes an interactive game about species at risk. Children will enjoy climbing on top of frog, crocodile and tortoise sculptures.

The special exhibition fee for Under the Canopy is $10 ($7 for children and seniors) in addition to the cost of general museum admission. On Thursdays from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. when general admission is free, the fee for Under the Canopy still applies.

To purchase tickets in advance or for more information on this special exhibition nature.ca.