Aquadopt An Animal

You Can Help Care for Your Favorite Animal

You probably have a favorite animal at the National Aquarium. Whether it’s a dolphin, an octopus, a clownfish, a turtle, or a puffin, seeing it makes your visit special. By adopting an animal through our animal adoption program, Aquadopt, you can help care for your favorite animal. Review the available packages below, then click the "Order" button to Aquadopt!

Step 1 - Choose an animal

Dolphin	Frog	Puffin	Shark	Turtle

Step 2 - Choose a package

Aquadopt Packages	$250	$100	$50

The satisfaction of knowing you are helping to support the care and feeding of the animals at the National Aquarium
A special Aquadopt bumper sticker that shows your support for the Aquarium
Personalized adoption certificate
Glossy photo
Fun Facts sheet about your adopted animal
A cuddly plush version of your adopted animal
Recognition in the Annual Report
An Aquarium tote bag
Four one-time-use tickets

To adopt an animal, choose an animal and Aquadopt pakage above, or call 410-576-8840.

How Does My Aquadopt Help the Animals at the Aquarium?

The Aquarium has more than 16,000 hungry mouths to feed, so your support is always appreciated. We are committed to providing the best care for all of the animals and plants that live here. Your gift helps offset the high costs of veterinary care and food. It also helps to continue our mission to stimulate interest in, develop knowledge about, and inspire stewardship of aquatic environments.

Plus, your contribution is tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law and the recipient receives a gift that’s not only fun, but also educational. Group and corporate packages are also available.

*Due to the popularity of some species, one animal may have more than one adopted parent. Please remember, whether you choose an Aquadopt for yourself or as a gift, the adopted animal will remain in its healthy environment at the Aquarium.