Monarch Butterflies in Bermuda
Among the most beautiful – and recognizable –species of butterfly, is the brilliantly-colored Monarch butterfly, Danaus plexippus. Deep orange with black borders and veins and white spots along the edges […]
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Wingate publishes lifeline for Bermuda’s native plants
The island’s natural vegetation risks being wiped out by invasive species unless private landowners take the initiative, one of the island’s leading environmentalists has warned. David Wingate, the former chief […]
Researcher studies breeding habits of longtails
The breeding habits of longtails in Bermuda are being studied through data retrieved from the wildlife tracking station on Trunk Island. The research, undertaken by the Bermuda Aquarium, Museum and […]
BZS urges caution after sea turtle dies in fishing line
The Bermuda Zoological Society has urged fishermen to be more responsible after a sea turtle died when it became trapped in a fishing line. “Take the time to mind your […]
Preschoolers welcomed as ‘part of the family’ at the aquarium
Fond memories are being created for staff and pupils of Lyceum Preschool while lessons are held at the Bermuda Aquarium, Museum & Zoo, the school’s administrator said. The children have […]
Signature Discovery Days event held
Students were given the opportunity to discover the benefits of Bermuda’s signature school learning programmes. The Ministry of Education’s Education Reform Unit held the Signature Discovery Days event with the […]
Bermuda TV Episode Wins Southcoast Emmy
A television episode of PBS Changing Seas titled “Bermuda: Life at Ocean’s Edge” has won a Suncoast Regional Emmy Award. The episode focuses on Bermuda’s reefs and shipwrecks and features […]
Turtle that beats the odds finds respite in Bermuda
A green sea turtle found freezing on a beach in Nova Scotia has beaten the survival odds after being rescued and transported to Bermuda for rehabilitation. The turtle, nicknamed Scotti, […]
BAMZ curator appointed to Sargasso Sea Commission
A distinguished scientist and marine expert has been appointed to the Sargasso Sea Commission. Confirming the appointment, a government spokesman said that Robbie Smith, a curator of the Bermuda Natural History […]
Kicking out the invasives
Morning glory is a pushy plant. Try to clear out the vine and it will sneak right back in, seemingly overnight. Alexis Ingham has spent the last two summers battling […]
New romp of otters at BAMZ
A newborn otter fitted snugly into the palm of a handler as the animal and its siblings made their happy arrival at the Bermuda Aquarium, Museum and Zoo. The births […]
Students visit Borneo on trip organised by BAMZ
Local students are exploring Borneo this month as part of a trip organised by the Bermuda Zoological Society. A cadre of 22 students and three staff members set off for […]