Every day we prepare balanced meals, catering to the taste & nutritional needs of 1,500 species of invertebrates, fish, amphibians, reptiles, birds & mammals. The species-specific diets have been designed by certified veterinarians & include seafood, fresh fruits & vegetables & live foods such as insects & planktonic animals cultured on site.

The health & protection of our animals is of utmost importance. Our animal care team & veterinarians works side-by-side regularly monitoring our animals to ensure each animal is in good health. We require that all our employees follow our policies which are in full alignment with the policies of OSHA, local animal control & the veterinarian protocol for the protection and care of all of our creatures.

Many of the animals have been trained to participate in their own healthcare. By learning behaviors like “step up” & “present” the animals are not only more comfortable with regular examinations, but it makes the exam safer for both the animal & the veterinarian. Providing our veterinarians with safe, immediate access to an animal is one of the most important aspects of training.

Clean, comfortable, naturalistic habitats round out animal care. A computerized life-support system controls temperature, salinity, filtration & other parameters, guaranteeing animals’ specific need are met, from chilled saltwater to tropical freshwater environments. Our team members clean all exhibits & habitats daily with weekly deep cleanings done as well. All of the cleaning products used are safe for animals & approved for use by our veterinarians.

Our animal care teams are filled with trained professionals, many of which hold degrees in biology, zoology & marine biology. We’ve also gone beyond standard requirements by giving on-going specialized training to all members of our staff. Our teams work closely with veterinarian & local officials as well to ensure our animals needs are always met & even exceeded.