INTERNATIONAL DAY FOR BIOLOGICAL DIVERSITY
Friday, May 22, 2026 | 11:00 AM
To mark the International Day for Biological Diversity, the Croatian Natural History Museum will host a screening of the short documentary “The Invaluable Wealth of Grasslands”, created as part of the Interreg Slovenia–Croatia project CarEx, in the museum workshop space.
Following the screening, visitors are invited to join an interactive workshop dedicated to grassland biodiversity.
The film is suitable for all ages, while the workshop is recommended for children aged 5 and above.
The programme is free of charge and open to the public.
Saturday, May 23, 2026
Biodiversity is far more than just another biology term — it represents the richness of life on Earth and forms the foundation of healthy ecosystems, food, clean water, and the quality of life for us all. But what exactly is biodiversity, why is it so important, and how do people both threaten and protect it in everyday life?
To celebrate the International Day for Biological Diversity (May 22), the Croatian Natural History Museum has prepared a special programme dedicated to nature and the conservation of living organisms. 🌍
PROGRAMME
🌿 Free Thematic Guided Tours of the Zoological and Botanical Collections
🕑 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM
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Visitors will enjoy expert-guided tours through the museum’s zoological and botanical exhibitions, featuring fascinating stories about the diversity of plant and animal life and the importance of preserving it.
🪲 Lecture
“How to Make the List of the 100 Worst Invasive Species?”
🕕 6:00 PM
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Invasive alien species are currently one of the greatest threats to biodiversity worldwide. Discover how these ecological problems arise, what consequences they have, and why certain species have ended up on the list of the world’s most dangerous invasive organisms.
❗ Registration is required.
⚠️ Please note: due to the lecture at 6:00 PM, there will be no Deep Space projection that day.
We look forward to seeing you at the museum!
Authors
Antonio Svorenji