Aquarium of the Pacific, Long Beach (must see)
The Aquarium of the Pacific is one of the best places to encounter unique marine species. One of the things that this location is famous for is its array of animal encounters.
Animals on display in the outdoor area include lorikeets, penguins, sea lions and seals, and sharks. If you enjoy touching some of the animals, you can touch horseshoe crabs, moon jellies, and rays.
The Our Water Future exhibit provides helpful information on what we can do to help safeguard our water supply for future generations. Another excellent part of the aquarium is the Molina Animal Care Center, which allows the public to see how aquatic medicine keeps marine species healthy.
One of the most popular outdoor areas at the aquarium is Harbor Terrace. The moon jelly exhibit is in this area, as well as an amphibious mudskipper exhibit.
Time spent at the aquarium is always an excellent way to learn more about aquatic species.
Animals on display in the outdoor area include lorikeets, penguins, sea lions and seals, and sharks. If you enjoy touching some of the animals, you can touch horseshoe crabs, moon jellies, and rays.
The Our Water Future exhibit provides helpful information on what we can do to help safeguard our water supply for future generations. Another excellent part of the aquarium is the Molina Animal Care Center, which allows the public to see how aquatic medicine keeps marine species healthy.
One of the most popular outdoor areas at the aquarium is Harbor Terrace. The moon jelly exhibit is in this area, as well as an amphibious mudskipper exhibit.
Time spent at the aquarium is always an excellent way to learn more about aquatic species.
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Sight Name: Aquarium of the Pacific
Sight Location: Long Beach, USA (See walking tours in Long Beach)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Sight Location: Long Beach, USA (See walking tours in Long Beach)
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Travel Distance: 2.6 Km or 1.6 Miles
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Travel Distance: 2.8 Km or 1.7 Miles