Showing posts tagged as "oceans"

Behold the lowly barnacle. Underwater, it’s as pretty as a flower, don’t you think? When it’s time for a meal, the barnacle’s feathery legs emerge to sweep the water for plankton and detritus.
Learn more about the barnacle.

Behold the lowly barnacle. Underwater, it’s as pretty as a flower, don’t you think? When it’s time for a meal, the barnacle’s feathery legs emerge to sweep the water for plankton and detritus.

Learn more about the barnacle.

It’s Friday! Tell us how you plan to connect with our oceans, wherever you are!
Learn how you can help save the oceans.

It’s Friday! Tell us how you plan to connect with our oceans, wherever you are!

Learn how you can help save the oceans.

Aquarium employees are getting in the Halloween spirit! Check out the great ocean-themed pumpkins from a recent office event. Thanks to Allen Protasio, Andrea McCann, Caitlin Bonura and Katie Perry!

Send an Aquarium Halloween e-card.

Download and print an ocean-themed pumpkin carving template

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The Monterey Bay Aquarium, perched on the edge of a world-famous coastline, is your window to the wonders of the ocean. It’s located on historic Cannery Row in Monterey and is open daily except Christmas Day.

For more information about our animals and exhibits, and to view our live web cams, please visit www.montereybayaquarium.org.

Hours of operation vary by season. Daily schedules and tickets are available on our website or by calling
(831) 648-4800.