Squat lobsters of the Galatheoidea superfamily live in all oceans today, from shallow waters to depths of thousands of meters, and from hot hydrothermal vents to cold waters in the polar regions. The number of extant species is currently ~1,300 species, many of which are truly colorful.
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Most diverse, oldest fauna of hermit crabs discovered
The evolutionary history of hermit crabs (Paguroidea) has been unraveling over the last 15 years. While claws were mainly reported before then, dozens of species based on millimeter-sized carapaces have been discovered and described since 2008.
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Job Opportunity: Park Attendant
Moundville Archaeological Park is hiring and looking for a Park Attendant! To apply for the position, please visit careers.ua.edu.
The First 25 Years (Alabama Softball Exhibit)
The Paul W. Bryant Museum is happy to announce that their new exhibit covers the first 25 years of Women’s Softball at The University of Alabama. The exhibit opens to the public on Friday, May 6, 2022 at 9 AM.
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Saturday in the Park
Saturday in the Park is a series of demonstrations and presentations related to Native Americans, archaeology, natural history, sustainable gardening and more!
Junior Naturalist (June 4 and August 6)
Nature is all around us and ready to explore! Junior Naturalists (Grades K-5) will learn about the outdoors, natural history, and science together with your family in this hands-on experience.
Fossil Summer Camp (June 6-10)
Fossil Camp is a brand new summer camp for students in grades 3-5 who are interested in learning all about fossils. Interactive lessons, fossils, guided hike, arts & crafts, much more! Fossil Camp offers an exciting introduction to ancient life by examining real fossils, searching for rocks and minerals, and much more!
Moundville Summer Day Camp (June 13-17)
Moundville Summer Day Camp is a weeklong program that teaches children, ages 9-13, Native American Arts and Lifeways.
Jones Archaeological Museum – Closure (April 19 and 20)
Due to maintenance, the Jones Archaeological Museum at Moundville Archaeological Park will be closed on Tuesday, April 19 and until 12 PM Noon on April 20. It will reopen the next day on April 21th.
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Birdfest (April 23, 2022)
Nestled along the banks of the Black Warrior River, UA’s Moundville Archaeological Park (MAP) hosts its annual Birdfest on April 23, 2022.