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Species that Mate for Life

Location of Chippokes State Park in Virginia

Where

Chippokes State Park, 695 Chippokes Park Rd., Surry, VA 23883.
Quayle Classroom

When

Feb. 17, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Is love for life, within the animal kingdom?

In the spirit of Valentine's Day, Chippokes is offering a special themed program looking closely at monogamous behaviors and "mating for life" practices amongst particular animal species that call Chippokes their home.

Join a ranger to learn about species of Virginia that do in-fact mate for life.

Explore why some species mate for life, how it has evolved, and how it is beneficial to these animals.

Meet at the Quayle Classroom.

A testament to a successful mated pair - a beaver kit in the grass, not far from mom and dad

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 757-294-3728
Email Address: Chippokes@dcr.virginia.gov