US consulate to host dugong protection fair
Thursday, 16:19, 08/08/2013
(VOV) -The US consulate in HCM City hosted a fair on the dugong on August 8 to raise awareness about protecting the marine mammal.
The fair will provide information about the animal which faces a very high risk of extinction in the country’s seas.
There will be a talk by the consulate’s Ray Nayler, film, a drawing, competition, and a quiz about the dugong, and a dancesport or contest based on songs about the dugong.
A game corner for children will feature painting, singing, and story-telling contests.
Souvenirs with a “Save the Dugong” logo chosen through a contest will be handed out to participants.