Learn about the special needs that marine biologists must consider when taking care of animals from this area.
Do you know a budding marine biologist? The Junior Biologist series of programs at the Aquarium will encourage a love of science in your seven- to twelve-year-old child.
Each 2-hour class includes theme related activities, guided gallery tour, interaction with our animal care staff behind-the-scenes, and a keepsake journal.
Tropical Pacific:
The Aquarium of the Pacific represents three regions of the Pacific Ocean; discover the special adaptations animals have to live in the warm waters of the Tropical Pacific. During this 2- hour program your seven- to twelve-year-old child will:
- Touch animals in our private classroom touch pools
- Use a world map to identify the Tropical Pacific
- Understand that corals are animals by using clay to create a class coral reef
- Take a guided tour of the Tropical Pacific gallery while completing a scavenger hunt
- Participate in a fish camouflage activity
- Learn the importance of fish shape on the coral reef
- Feed tropical fish behind-the-scenes*
- Record observations in a keepsake journal
*The Aquarium reserves the right to change the animal interactions without notice due to animal safety, exhibit maintenance, or animal health reasons.
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| When |
Saturday, Aug 10, 2013 | 9:30 AM–11:30 AM
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| Cost | $24 per child $19 for members Aquarium admission not included |
| Tickets | Please call to RSVP. |
| Ages | 7-12 years old |
| RSVP | Pre-registration and pre-payment required on all classes unless noted. (562) 951-1630 |
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