Feed the Sharks
Monday, February 13, 2012
Get a rare chance to feed the sharks and rays while you enjoy a “backstage” visit to The Maritime Aquarium during upcoming Behind-the-Scenes Tours.
Operating the aquarium is an complicated production that must satisfy 1,000 animals with varying requirements for food, water temperatures and salinities, and more. See how it’s all done when you visit our jellyfish “nursery” and the “fish kitchen,” where meals for our residents are prepared.
We’ll go above the Open Ocean exhibit, where you can look down on the sharks in their 110,000-gallon tank ... and even toss in some fish for them to eat! And feel the tickle as you hand-feed the cow-nosed rays!
Participants must be 10 years and older. Anyone under the age of 15 must be accompanied by an adult. These special Behind The Scenes Tours cost $32.50 for non-members ($22.50 for Aquarium members) and include Aquarium admission. There is a maximum of 25 people per tour. Walk-up sales are accepted.
For reservations, PURCHASE ONLINE NOW (click on the date you wish to come) or call The Maritime Aquarium at 203-852-0700, ext. 2206. Space is limited.
Operating the aquarium is an complicated production that must satisfy 1,000 animals with varying requirements for food, water temperatures and salinities, and more. See how it’s all done when you visit our jellyfish “nursery” and the “fish kitchen,” where meals for our residents are prepared.
We’ll go above the Open Ocean exhibit, where you can look down on the sharks in their 110,000-gallon tank ... and even toss in some fish for them to eat! And feel the tickle as you hand-feed the cow-nosed rays!
Participants must be 10 years and older. Anyone under the age of 15 must be accompanied by an adult. These special Behind The Scenes Tours cost $32.50 for non-members ($22.50 for Aquarium members) and include Aquarium admission. There is a maximum of 25 people per tour. Walk-up sales are accepted.
For reservations, PURCHASE ONLINE NOW (click on the date you wish to come) or call The Maritime Aquarium at 203-852-0700, ext. 2206. Space is limited.
