On Thursday 3 July, our Unit 3&4 Biology students attended an excursion to Werribee Zoo. As part of their studies, they explored the role of the immune system and DNA manipulation techniques by analysing a case study on the Elephant Endotheliotropic Herpes Virus (EEHV). Students also reflected on the bioethical considerations of keeping elephants in captivity and the threats they face in the wild.
Ms Lillian Jian
Science Teacher
The excursion was an invaluable experience that allowed us Biology students to learn about the threats that elephants face such as EEHV (Elephant Endotheliotropic Herpesvirus ). We were given the opportunity to examine and compare various elephant artefacts, such as real elephant teeth! Alongside that activity, we had knowledgeable zoo guides who explained a lot of interesting information to us about the history of the artefacts and the zoo itself! Going to Werribee Zoo also aided us in learning about immunity, which is a crucial topic in Unit 3/4 Biology!
We ended the day with a fantastic safari experience where we got to see a range of animals out in an open range that replicated their natural habitats! Thank you to the school and our teachers for organising such a great excursion!
Tejasvi S (Year 11)
