Albuquerque Aquarium/Description
Albuquerque Biological Park — Albuquerque Aquarium
As you open the doors of the Albuquerque Aquarium by pulling on the fish
shaped handles, you are welcomed into a cool, soothing world of aquatic life
which pulses only inches away. A variety of exhibits allow you to take a
fascinating journey through the marine habitats of the Gulf of Mexico, from
salt marshes to eelgrass meadows to the surf zone, coral reef, and finally,
the open ocean. Other major points of interest include the eel cave, the
285,000 gallon shark tank, and the seahorses and seadragons exhibit.
Sea creatures of all kinds inhabit numerous pools and tanks. There are moray
eels, spiny lobsters, shimmering schooling fish, beaky parrotfish, fluttering
butterflyfish, and, naturally, plenty of toothy sharks. A darkened hallway
with replicas of different sea life on the walls is a great way to learn the
names of the different creatures which inhabit our rivers, gulfs and oceans.
Several gift shops and the Shark Reef Cafe round out a visit to the Aquarium.
Obvious exits:
Parking Lot <PL>