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The body of a whale can feed organisms on the ocean floor for almost 100 years!
Check out our Diving In site to see who will join in the feast.
Through the work of its researchers, the museum is uncovering secrets of the Arctic. Here's one: the discovery of an important fossil species, Puijila darwini.
Guess which adaptations help these two bears survive in their environments.
All about the origin and discovery of diamonds in Canada's North.
Our scientists work in extraordinary places. Find out where they are doing their fieldwork and what they discovering in our blog.
A goldmine of information for your research and homework, or simply to quench your curiosity.
Explore, among other things:
Our multimedia productions and our participation in social networks:
With a mix of science and humour, this site will draw you into the cutting-edge science of genetics, genomics, cloning, GMOs and more.
Our exhibitions are constantly being renewed. Come explore our new galleries:
Visit our Teacher Zone to find educational resources on lots of topics!
240 McLeod Street
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
(corner of Metcalfe Street)
613.566.4700
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1.800.263.4433
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