Until recently, it was thought that the Chesapeake Bay’s iconic jelly species was an Atlantic sea nettle—but according to recent research, these invertebrates are a separate species from their ocean-based counterparts. Read More
Two reef scorpionfish have been added to our Surviving Through Adaptation exhibit! Read More
Two purple striped jellies have been added to our Jellies Invasion exhibit! Read More
This year was full of chicks, pufflings and a sea turtle hatchling! We welcomed many different species of birds in exhibits throughout our building, and received our newest loggerhead. Read More
If you look closely, you might spot our new green honeycreeper in Upland Tropical Rain Forest! Read More
Migration is a part of many animals’ yearly trek from feeding grounds and breeding grounds, and from waters in temperate zones to tropical waters. Have you ever wondered which animal swims the farthest? Read More
Have no fear! Tarantulas are more cool than creepy. Read More
Two blue crabs have been added to our Tidal Marsh exhibit! Read More
Learn more about what makes Banggai cardinalfish unique! Read More
Dolphins make clicking noises and whales emit deep, low hums to echolocate and communicate, but what about sharks? Read More
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