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Mote Marine Laboratory is an independent, non-profit research organization
dedicated to excellence in marine science and education. Operating out of the
laboratory is the Center for Shark Research, which conducts research in all
aspects of shark biology, including population dynamics, movement patterns, and
feeding mechanisms. A few of the aquarium's highlights include a 135,000-gallon
shark exhibit, the mammal center which includes two manatees, and a sea turtle
exhibit. A new exhibit, Penguin Island, opened in November 2011 and is home to
six penguins.
Students go behind the scenes at the aquarium and learn about the various
careers in marine science. During an interactive lab, students discover the
skills and technological tools necessary to conduct oceanic research.
Did you know?
- Many different kinds of sharks can be seen in the shark exhibit, including nurse, tiger, lemon, and blacknose sharks.
- Hugh and Buffett, the two manatees at the aquarium, were born at the Miami
Seaquarium. Originally brought to the Mote Marine Laboratory as a temporary
exhibit, the two manatees eat about 72 heads of lettuce every day!
Links:
Mote Marine Lab
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