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Shell house to promote sense of nature conservation
It is hoped that the construction of a house on shells would arouse the public's interest towards the beauty of shells and the need for nature conservation, the Director of Agriculture and Fisheries, Dr Lawrence Lee, said today (Sunday).
Speaking at the ground-breaking ceremony of the house for exhibition in the Lions Nature Education Centre, Dr Lee said the project was an indication of continued co-operation and dedication among non-government organisations and the Agriculture and Fisheries Department in the area of nature conservation and education.
The construction of the house is a joint project between the Lions Clubs International District 303 (Hong Kong and Macau) and the Shell Hong Kong Limited.
Dr Lee said the displays in the exhibition house, to be known as the Lions Shell House, would cover various aspects of shells.
"They will include ecology, diversity, commercial and economic value and conservation.
"In order to enrich the exhibition, live specimens will also be displayed. There will also be a photo-taking corner for visitors to capture pleasant memories," Dr Lee said.
"The addition of this exhibition house in the Lions Nature Education Centre will no doubt enhance its attractiveness and education value of the Centre," he added.
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