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As a leader in aquatic research and exceptional animal care, our mission is to foster a deeper appreciation for our ocean and the animals that call it home.

Sea Lions Alex & Josie Receive Surgery for Cataracts: PHOTOS

June 18, 2019

Two California sea lions have relocated to Georgia Aquarium from a partner facility in Texas. Six-year-old Alex and five-year-old Josie were deemed non-releasable by the National Oceanic and ...

Congratulations! It’s a girl…and a boy!

March 25, 2019

JULY 1, 2019: UPDATE: Stop by Cold Water Quest next time you’re at the Aquarium for a chance to get a glimpse of Mara and Gibson! Both Mara and Gibson have been introduced to the main Southern sea ...

What Are Imaq and Whisper Up To?

February 27, 2019

A couple of weeks ago, Georgia Aquarium grew not in gallons of water or square feet, but by a few thousand pounds. Imaq and Whisper, two beluga whales came to us and have been introduced to our other ...

We Will Miss You, Oz

February 21, 2019

On Thursday afternoon we had to say goodbye to one of our beloved Southern sea otters, Oz. He was 18-years-old and one of the first sea otters to come to Georgia Aquarium in 2005. His health and ...

Two New Residents and 3,800 Pounds Arrive at Georgia Aquarium

February 11, 2019

You may see some additional larger-than-life residents at Georgia Aquarium– totaling more than 3,800 pounds. Two new beluga whales are settling in with their new pod in the Cold Water Quest gallery ...

Animal Planet Takes Audiences Behind The Scenes at Georgia Aquarium In All-New Series "The Aquarium"

February 01, 2019

Animal Planet announces today the production of all-new series, THE AQUARIUM, produced by Left/Right, a part of Red Arrow Entertainment Group (The Zoo). Georgia Aquarium, which plays a crucial role ...

Waddle You Know? It's African Penguin Awareness Day!

October 12, 2018

What do you picture when you see a penguin? Snow, icecaps, chilly weather? That’s not the usual scenery for African penguins! These unique penguins are found on sandy beaches along the southernmost ...

Georgia Aquarium, SeaWorld Orlando, and Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Release Rehabilitated Dolphin After Shark Bite

June 29, 2018

GEORGIA AQUARIUM, SEAWORLD ORLANDO, AND FLORIDA FISH AND WILDLIFE CONSERVATION COMMISSION RETURN REHABILITATED DOLPHIN...

A World Without Them

May 18, 2018

A World Without Them Many animal species are rapidly declining and the importance of working to save these species continues to grow. Georgia Aquarium is proud to care for nine different ...

Georgia Aquarium Premieres New Facebook Watch Series: Aquarium Love Stories

February 07, 2018

Georgia Aquarium is excited to premiere its new Facebook Watch series: Aquarium Love Stories. This series will follow Georgia Aquarium animal care teams throughout their day and show the love, ...