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Dec 12, 2022 · To that end, the Biodôme offers an immersive visit through five ecosystems of the Americas: the Tropical Rainforest, lush and warm even during the Montréal winter; the Gulf of St. Lawrence, which showcases marine life; the Laurentian Maple Forest, which changes with the seasons; and the Labrador Coast and the Sub-Antarctic Islands.
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Following the 1976 Montréal Olympics, the Olympic facilities were underused. Pierre Bourque, then director of the Montréal Botanical Garden, wanted to convert the velodrome into a Biodôme, a name that means “house of life.” A scientific team was created to tackle the many technological and conceptual challenges involved in making the museum a reali...
Three words accurately sum up the mission of the Biodôme: education, conservation, and research. Through educational activities, day camps, nature interpretations and publications targeting the general public and school groups, the Biodôme team promotes a collective awareness of the environment. The conservation of plant and animal species is equal...
With over 4,500 animals representing 250 different species and over 1,500 plants from over 500 distinct species, the Biodôme is nothing less than a laboratory that helps researchers to understand how plants and animals interrelate. The humidity (75 per cent) and the temperature (up to 28ºC) in the tropical rainforest are maintained by a glass struc...
Since it was founded, the Biodôme has played a leading role in conserving endangered species and has set itself apart through its innovative facilities. In 1994, it became a participant in the Species Survival Plan, a series of programs supervised by the American Zoo and Aquarium Association (AZA). Since then, the Biodôme has housed breeding pairs ...
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The Biodôme was created by the City of Montréal and the Régie des installations olympiques in what was formerly the velodrome for the 1976 Olympic Games. The design of this exceptional building is the work of French architect Roger Taillibert, who also designed the adjacent Olympic Stadium.
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map view. Celebrate the revamped Biodôme! Come discover 5 of the Americas’ most diverse ecosystems in a completely renewed and grandiose architectural space: • the Tropical Forest, lush and humid, even in the coldest of Montréal’s winters.
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Apr 3, 2024 · Discover the wonders of the Montreal Biodome, where you can immerse yourself in the diverse ecosystems of the Americas. From the lush Tropical Rainforest to the captivating Sub-Antarctic Islands, embark on a unique adventure and learn about the importance of biodiversity and conservation.
Feb 17, 2022 · Address. 4777 Avenue Pierre-De Coubertin. Montréal, QC H1V 1B3. It’s just like a stroll through nature at Space for Life! Description. Embark on an immersive and multisensory journey through the ecosystems of the Americas.
