Have you ever wondered how we feed the animals at the UGA Aquarium? Join us at 2 p.m. on the first and third Friday of the month to find your answer! Spend time exploring our exhibits and observing aquarium staff feeding ambassador animals. All ages are welcome, but children under 18 must be accompanied by … Continue reading "Friday Feedings"
Have you ever wondered what a turtle eats or why snakes flick their tongues? Marine educators will answer these questions and more during live reptile demonstrations for visitors to the UGA Aquarium. During these informal programs, visitors will be able to interact with our ambassador snakes or turtles while learning about the importance of native … Continue reading "Reptile Tuesdays"
Join us at the UGA Aquarium for an Ocean to Table program focused on oysters! Not only are these shellfish delicious and nutritious —they also play a vital role in maintaining healthy coastal ecosystems by providing habitat and filtering water. During this hands-on program, you’ll learn about oyster aquaculture research at the Shellfish Research Lab, see live … Continue reading "Ocean to Table: Oysters"
Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at the UGA Aquarium? You are in luck! Spend the afternoon exploring our exhibits before learning what it is like to care for our ambassador animals during tours led by aquarium staff. Participants will be able to access areas that are not typically open to the … Continue reading "Behind the Scenes Aquarium Tours"
Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at the UGA Aquarium? You are in luck! Spend the afternoon exploring our exhibits before learning what it is like to care for our ambassador animals during tours led by aquarium staff. Participants will be able to access areas that are not typically open to the … Continue reading "Behind the Scenes Aquarium Tours"
Calling all kids, parents, and curious adults! Chatham County students are out of school and we’re bringing out the squid. Learn about squid biology and ecology before investigating their anatomy as part of a hands-on squid dissection. Each visitor over the age of 5 will receive their own squid to examine. All ages are welcome, … Continue reading "School’s Out: Squid Dissection"
Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at the UGA Aquarium? You are in luck! Spend the afternoon exploring our exhibits before learning what it is like to care for our ambassador animals during tours led by aquarium staff. Participants will be able to access areas that are not typically open to the … Continue reading "Behind the Scenes Aquarium Tours"
