Monterey Bay Aquarium
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| Date opened | October 20, 1984 |
| Location | Monterey, California, United States |
| Land area | 322,000 square feet |
| No. of animals | 35,000 |
| No. of species | 550 |
| Volume of largest tank | 1,200,000 US gallons |
| Total volume of tanks | 2,300,000 US gallons |
| Annual visitors | 2 million |
| Memberships | 80,000 |
| Major exhibits | Kelp Forest, Open Sea, Sea Otters, Splash Zone, and more |
The Monterey Bay Aquarium is a public aquarium located in Monterey, California, United States. It is situated on the site of a former sardine cannery on Cannery Row. The aquarium is known for its regional focus on the marine habitats of Monterey Bay and its innovative exhibits.
History[edit | edit source]
The Monterey Bay Aquarium was founded in 1984 by David Packard and Julie Packard, with the mission to inspire conservation of the oceans. The aquarium was one of the first to successfully maintain a living kelp forest exhibit, which remains one of its most popular attractions.
Exhibits[edit | edit source]
The aquarium features several major exhibits, including:
- Kelp Forest: One of the tallest aquarium exhibits in the world, showcasing the diverse ecosystem of a kelp forest.
- Open Sea: A 1,200,000-gallon tank that houses a variety of pelagic species, including tuna, sharks, and sea turtles.
- Sea Otters: An exhibit dedicated to the playful and charismatic sea otters, which are native to the Monterey Bay area.
- Splash Zone: An interactive exhibit designed for children, featuring touch pools and displays of tropical and temperate marine life.
Conservation and Research[edit | edit source]
The Monterey Bay Aquarium is heavily involved in marine conservation and research. It operates the Seafood Watch program, which provides recommendations for sustainable seafood choices. The aquarium also conducts research on various marine species and ecosystems, and it participates in efforts to rescue and rehabilitate injured marine animals.
Education and Outreach[edit | edit source]
The aquarium offers a variety of educational programs for visitors of all ages, including school programs, summer camps, and public lectures. It also provides online resources and virtual field trips to reach a broader audience.
Visitor Information[edit | edit source]
The Monterey Bay Aquarium is open daily, except for Christmas Day. It attracts approximately 2 million visitors annually and has a membership base of around 80,000.
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