Tours - National Zoo
Tour of Reproduction Labs at the National Zoo
- Item Number
- 238
- Estimated Value
- 1000 USD
- Sold
- 275 USD to lk94f6352
- Number of Bids
- 1 - Bid History
Item Description
See where the Reproduction Science happens! Your special two-hour tour by Reproductive Physiologist Dr. Pierre Comizzoli will take you to the Zoo's state-of-the-art reproduction laboratories, including the Genome Resource Bank of cryopreserved sperm, eggs, and embryos from endangered species. See the laparoscopic instruments used for artificial insemination in the giant panda, black-footed ferret, cheetah, and others. See cells under the microscope to learn how scientists know the best timing for the inseminations, and learn about male reproductive problems and abnormal sperm observed in many endangered species.
Item Special Note
Tour for up to four people. Expires May 14, 2016.
Donated By:
Dr. Pierre Comizzoli
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