Nido's Robot Zoo offers interactive experience

Manila, Philippines -  Ever wondered how a housefly sticks itself to the ceiling? How a chameleon changes its colors to blend in with the foliage? How a giant squid propels itself at sea?

These examples clearly depict how remarkably nature has engineered the inner workings of some of Earth’s most interesting creatures.

To give visitors a closer look at how these critters do their astonishing feats, Nido Fortified Science Discovery Center at the SM Mall of Asia recently opened its doors to welcome kids and kids-at-heart to its newest exhibit, The Robot Zoo.

“The Robot Zoo serves as a preview to the more exciting things we have in store for our re-launch — something we’re all so thrilled about,” says Arturo Carballo, senior operations manager of Nido Fortified Science Discovery Center. “Every year, our group tours and walk-in guests are growing in number. We brought The Robot Zoo to the Philippines not only to provide new fun learning experiences but also to be able to accommodate more kids, students, and curious, active minds into our facilities. In keeping with our mission to celebrate the love for learning, we will be revamping our exhibits with fresh new material for everyone to enjoy. The Robot Zoo is first among the new walk-through galleries we’re about to present to the Filipino audience.”

Developed by Evergreen Exhibits and based on the book The Robot Zoo, conceived, edited and designed by Marshall Editions of London, England, the exhibit reveals the fascinating biomechanics of animals through larger-than-life robotic constructs, which feature cutaways that expose the animals’ insides. Looking at these cutaways, visitors can easily recognize machine parts and gadgets like shock absorbers and pumps that demonstrate how these animals function.

The creatures and beasts featured in the exhibit include a giant squid with 18-foot tentacles, a housefly with a 10-foot wingspan, and a giraffe whose head and neck alone stretch nine feet tall. Also included are a platypus, a bat, a grasshopper, a chameleon, and more. The Robot Zoo also features interactive activities that are sure to give visitors hands-on fun and excitement.

“We’re inviting everyone to come check out The Robot Zoo, here at the Nido Fortified Science Discovery Center at the SM Mall of Asia, for a fun and interactive learning experience,” says Carballo. “As the country’s first technology-based premier science center, we aim to give people access to cutting-edge attractions, not only to encourage inquisitive learning for the young, but also to promote and celebrate mankind’s never-ending thirst for knowledge.”

The Robot Zoo is located in the Nido Fortified Science Discovery Center Exhibit Hall, 2nd Level South Side Entertainment Mall, SM Mall of Asia.