Unnatural History
Keeping track of the flora and fauna of the realms as well as some of the more arcane species found here in our world keeps the Xenobiology section from growing idle. Most of the research is observational, as many of the specimens take rather active offense at being kept in captivity, let alone more intimate forms of study.
Investigators who survive encounters with previously unknown creatures or plants will find an eager audience curious about every detail. Those who bring back examples that are in good condition, but no longer overtly dangerous, earn great approbation from the xenobiologists and can generally expect to receive a nice tart or some cakes for their tea.