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We are a private nonprofit organization whose mission is to connect people with nature to inspire compassion and care for our ocean planet. Baltimore, MD.

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National Aquarium @nationalaquarium.bsky.social · Feb 27

There’s nothing more relaxing than watching the “traffic” in Blacktip Reef.

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J. Whitehall @jwhitehall.bsky.social · Feb 17

Had a great day at the fish zoo today! I don't think I've ever been to the Baltimore Aquarium before. My favorites were the baby horseshoe crabs and the giant rays. Here's a photo round up! @nationalaquarium.bsky.social

A brown striped jellyfish with long tendrils on a light blue background

A teal and black frog sits on brown leaf litter

A gray, peach, and magenta fish and a background of brown sticks and green algae is reflected by the water on top of the tank

A large flat ray sits underwater on sand framed by a circle of various corals

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Peter Kuffler @ilovefishxo.bsky.social · Feb 17

@nationalaquarium.bsky.social Australian Lungfish (Neoceratodus forsteri) eating lettuce

Closeup of an Australian lungfish with lettuce in its mouth

An Australian lungfish eating a piece of lettuce off of the surface

An Australian lungfish rising to the surface against the glass

Closeup of the head of an Australian lungfish as it swims by

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National Aquarium @nationalaquarium.bsky.social · Feb 24

What’s our favorite way to rid local ecosystems of invasives? Eating them!🍴

Invasive species can make a sustainable and delicious addition to your favorite dishes. Learn more: bit.ly/4hKlYmg

National Aquarium @nationalaquarium.bsky.social · Feb 11

goooooood moooooorningggg

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National Aquarium @nationalaquarium.bsky.social · Feb 10

It's almost time for the Great Backyard Bird Count. From February 14-17, spend at least 15 minutes outside documenting every bird you see or hear using the Merlin or eBird app. This is a chance for novice and experienced birders alike to aid scientists in understanding bird populations!

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National Aquarium @nationalaquarium.bsky.social · Jan 28

Time for #breakfast?

The barramundi is a large, silver fish that changes sex as it grows. Once the fish reaches about 20 inches in length, it transitions from male to female.

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National Aquarium @nationalaquarium.bsky.social · Jan 22

Happy Birthday, Zuri! Zuri, one of our two zebra sharks, was born at Shedd Aquarium in 2016. Zuri joined Zoe, our other female zebra shark, in our Blacktip Reef exhibit in 2021.

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