Romi has always had a connection with animals, their environment and wellbeing. She loves exploring the outdoors to find her next specimen!
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What she loves the most about nature is all the different trees. Trees are her favorite because so many animals can use them. Birds can make nests in them, squirrels hide in them, and bugs crawl all over them. Some animals use trees as a place to sleep, stay safe, or find food. She thinks trees are like big apartment buildings for animals. They help everyone, and that’s what makes trees special to her.
Romi’s favorite animal is a snail. She likes snails because they move super slow and never rush anywhere, unlike her who is always on the move! She thinks it’s cool that they carry their house on their backs and can hide inside when they get scared. She really loves the shiny trail they leave behind because it looks like magic slime. Snails may be small, but they are awesome and calming to her, and that’s why they’re her favorite.
Romi’s favorite outdoor activity is collecting things from the ground like fallen leaves, twigs, pinecones, and moss. She likes to use them to make crafts, especially tiny homes for caterpillars, worms, and other bugs. She likes to pretend she’s building cozy houses where they can hide, rest, or visit their friends. It makes her happy to help bugs feel safe, and she loves using nature to create fun projects outside.
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