Natural History Museum - Did you see Dippy on Blue Peter?

 

Visit Dippy in Rochdale After a few months of social distancing, Dippy is welcoming visitors again to Number One Riverside, Rochdale. The dates of his stay in the North West have been extended, so he'll be there until 12 December. Visitors can also see the Nature and History exhibition at Touchstones Rochdale, where they will meet three scientists and travel back in time to gather information about Rochdale in the Carboniferous Period. Dippy will then move to Norwich Cathedral for the last stop of his UK road trip where he will stay from 11 January to 21 March 2021. Find out more about Dippy on Tour Guess who made it on Blue Peter   Dippy's got a brand-new badge Earlier this year, before lockdown, Dippy had a special visit from the Blue Peter team, who gave him his very own badge. Watch the episode or jump straight to Dippy's star moment from 17.10.  Watch the episode Dippy's journey of discovery Dippy has learnt many things during his natural history adventure across the UK, from birds having accents in Birmingham to how water voles are calling Glasgow's grasslands their home. One discovery he made while in Wales and in Dorset was especially peculiar, although it helps scientists with their research. Lugworm poos and the secrets they hold Squiggly little mounds of sand are a common sight when walking along a beach at low tide. These are the signs of a hidden but industrious worm that has an important place in the beach ecosystem. Find out more   What is a coprolite? Famous fossil hunter Mary Anning found more than just extinct animals on Dorset's coastline. Explore the less glamorous side of the legendary collector's career: fossilised poo. Find out more Things for you to do Join the fun! Do you know how to make a T. rex origami dinosaur? How about a replica of Dippy's skull? Discover our activities to find out how you can keep busy at home, in your garden or local outdoor space. See our activities   Become a Naturenaut! Use our free game to explore your garden or local green area. Suitable for children and for those young at heart, from a colour hunt to finding feathered friends, have your own natural history adventure. Start your adventure Free Dippy-inspired learning resources Our free activities, games and worksheets are designed for children aged 4 to 11. Use them to explore the natural world both now and in the time of the dinosaurs. Check out the resources     Dippy on Tour souvenirs Check out our range of goodies to celebrate the dinosaur's tour. Start shopping

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