The fascinating world of the Natural History Museum is being brought to Alexa. Curious minds can now quiz the voice-activated assistant all about the weird and wonderful natural world.
More than 400 astonishing facts and unusual stories can be explored on all Alexa-enabled devices including Echo, Fire TV and Fire Tablet. Questions can be asked about the Earth’s oceans and marine life such as, “Alexa, how do oysters make pearls,” and “Alexa, what do killer whales eat?”
The stranger side of the natural world can also be investigated with questions such as, “Alexa, why do goats faint?” and, "Alexa, where are murder hornets found?" Or “Alexa, how much slime can a hagfish make?”
Within the update, Alexa has also learned the history of dinosaurs, utilising the Museum’s research and findings. Alexa users can simply ask, “Alexa, give me a dinosaur fact”, to learn more.
For customers who are looking to test their knowledge on the history of the natural world, Alexa users can launch quizzes on a number of topics. These might include dinosaurs, environmental change, space and the oceans.
“The Natural History Museum is a hub of intriguing knowledge and we’re excited to be able to share that wealth of knowledge with customers,” said Alexa UK and Ireland country manager, Dennis Stansbury. “With a range of new content to discover, from learning all about the famous Dippy the dinosaur to how long a whale can hold its breath, we’re opening up a world of opportunities for Alexa users to investigate the weird, wonderful and downright peculiar.”
Dan Phelan, director of communications, digital and marketing at the Natural History Museum, added: "We’re always looking for new ways to feed curious minds fascinating facts and stories from the Natural History Museum. Bringing our world to Alexa means we can expand imaginations, and inspire children to become advocates for the planet.”
