Unravel the Questions and Wonders of an Insectarium, Useful for Elementary School Research Projects - 'Zooming! Insectarium' Published!
Shuwa System Shinsha Co., Ltd. will release its new book, 'Zooming! Insectarium,' on April 22, 2026. In collaboration with the Tama Zoological Park Insectarium, the book uses close-up photos to explain the mysteries of the insect world, supporting elementary school students' research projects and answering their intellectual curiosity.
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Shuwa System Shinsha Co., Ltd. (Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Noritake Tsushima) will publish its new book, 'Zooming! Insectarium,' on April 22, 2026.
Explaining 20 Questions with Zoomed-in Photos
With the full cooperation of the Tama Zoological Park Insectarium, this book answers 20 questions that children have about insectariums, such as 'How do you manage the number of butterflies?' and 'Is it true there are farming ants on display?' It uses easy-to-understand text and zoomed-in photos of various areas. It is also useful for school research projects.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Zooming in on Facility and Equipment Questions!
No.1・What is an insectarium?
No.2・Why can we see butterflies all year round?
No.3・How do you manage the number of butterflies?
No.4・Do butterflies ever escape from the greenhouse?
No.5・Where are the more than 1,000 butterflies raised?
No.6・Where are the food plants for butterfly larvae grown?
No.7・Why are beetles, centipedes, and house centipedes displayed together?
No.8・Is it true there are farming ants on display?
Chapter 2: Zooming in on Rearing Questions!
No.1・Are the dark-colored locusts being raised because they are rare?
No.2・Are the flowers in the large greenhouse enough to feed the butterflies?
No.3・What kind of food are they given?
No.4・What about food for aquatic insects?
No.5・How long do butterflies live inside the large greenhouse?
No.6・Isn't it difficult to display insects with short lifespans?
No.7・Is it true there are insects on display that reproduce with only females?
No.8・Why are hated cockroaches on display?
No.9・Is it true that glowing insects are displayed all year round?
Chapter 3: Zooming in on Specimen and Research Questions!
No.1・Why are specimens made?
No.2・Is it true there are specimens of insect droppings?
No.3・What other roles does the insectarium have?
FAQ
What kind of book is 'Zooming! Insect Garden'?
It is a children's book that unravels the mysteries of the insect garden through 20 questions, with the cooperation of Tama Zoological Park. It features enlarged photos to make learning about insect ecology and behind-the-scenes care fun.
Where can I buy this book?
It will be available from April 22, 2026, at bookstores nationwide and online. Please also check the official website of Syuwa System Shinsha.
What is the target age group?
It is primarily aimed at elementary school students and is useful for school research and independent study projects.