/R E P E A T -- Media Invitation - A New Record for Longevity at the Biodôme! - A Gentoo Penguin Turns 33/

MONTREAL, April 30, 2012 /CNW Telbec/ - On May 1, at 11 a.m., media representatives are invited to join the Biodôme team to mark a very special birthday. One of the female gentoo penguins is turning 33, equivalent to nearly 100 human years.

The birthday girl will celebrate with a very original "cake." At the same time, we will be offering an enrichment activity designed to offer physical and mental stimulation for these animals in captivity.

Where:	At the Biodôme, 4777, Pierre-De Coubertin avenue, Montréal Viau metro station
When:	May 1, at 11 a.m.
Parking:	Via the Bennett entrance on Pierre-De Coubertin avenue (the entrance is perpendicular to rue Bennett, near PhysiOsteo, the Stadium sports medicine centre)
What:	Photo session Expert on hand

The Biodôme, Botanical Garden, Insectarium and Planetarium are launching a daring, creative urban movement, urging everyone to rethink the bonds between humankind and nature. The Space for Life is also a place where people come together to create and to cultivate a new way of living, shaped by Montrealers and people from around the world.

 

Nadine Fortin, Communications Co-ordinator
514 868-3053
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Anik Robichaud-Gauvin, Marketing
Representative
514 868-3123
[email protected]