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Healthy, Happy, and Thriving!

A window into the day in the life of animal care at the Aquarium.

Letter From The CEO

Animal Care, Connection, and Beyond

Our CEO encourages us to connect deeply with animals as a way to fuel our heart and creativity.  

Discover Animal Connections

Fresh Voices

Healthy Habitats Inspire a Healthy Planet

Thriving habitats and animals motivate guests to understand and care for the underwater world.  

Read a CELP scholar's story

Conservation Corner

Animal Welfare: An Industry Standard

As a nonprofit education and conservation organization, the Aquarium of the Pacific is committed to setting the standard in animal well-being and welfare to ensure our animals are healthy, happy, and thrive under our care.  

Learn About Animal Welfare

News Articles

Kids Corner

On your mark, get set, bake! Join Chef Elsie and Mammologist Alex as they create a frosty clam cake for our southern sea otters. These tasty, vitamin-packed treats aren’t just good for them—they’re also a fun and enriching way to keep our otters active, engaged, and thriving!

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