Pancake, a softshell turtle, has been a fascinating ambassador of River Legacy’s Discovery Room for over seven years. Known for her smooth, flexible shell and incredible camouflage skills, she spends her days gliding through the water or burrowing into the gravel, making her a fun challenge for visitors to spot. Unlike many softshell turtles, Pancake peacefully coexists with her fishy tankmates, a rare trait for her species. Though naturally shy, she captivates guests with her unique appearance and graceful swimming. By sponsoring Pancake, you support her care and help inspire a love for aquatic wildlife in our community.
adopt Pancake
Symbolically adopt one of our animal ambassadors for yourself or as a thoughtful gift for someone special. Your adoption supports their care, covering veterinary checkups, habitat improvements, nutritious diets, and daily enrichment to keep them happy and healthy.
We rely on generous donations from caring donors like you to provide exceptional care for our animal ambassadors and to deliver engaging environmental education programs that inspire stewardship of North Texas’ natural resources.
Did you know?
Softshell turtles can breathe underwater for long periods of time by moving their mouths in a rhythmic pattern. This action is similar to how fish use their gills.
Park hours: 5 am - 10 pmScience Center Hours: 9am – 5pm
703 NW Green Oaks Blvd. Arlington, TX 76006
817-860-6752
Photography Policy
Everyone is welcome to take casual pictures of the beautiful landscape, animals or unique building features at River Legacy Living Science Center. Professional photography or videography is not allowed, with the exception of photographers hired to take pictures during scheduled weddings or venue rentals at River Legacy Living Science Center.
Please follow these guidelines while taking pictures at River Legacy Living Science Center:
DO:
Take pictures during operating hours of River Legacy Living Science Center, Mondays through Saturdays, 9 am to 5 pm
Stay on trails, walkways or grass
Set up your photos in a manner that does not disrupt events, classes or maintenance
DO NOT:
Obstruct the trails, bridges or walkways
Tamper with equipment, tools or signs
Enter an area barricaded in any manner
Allow or encourage your patrons to climb on trees or rock walls
Allow your patrons to pick flowers, foliage or damage plant material or hardscape
Attach any item to plant material, trees or buildings
Bring animals into River Legacy Living Science Center except as assistance to disabled individuals
Interrupt or obstruct access to weddings, public programs or other events scheduled at River Legacy Living Science Center
Enter a closed gate area
River Legacy Living Science Center staff or security may approach you to discuss alternatives for your photographs or video if it interferes with any class, event or maintenance that is in progress.
Professional photography in River Legacy Park is by permit only. Contact the Arlington Parks and Recreation Department at 817.459.5473 to apply for a permit.