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Many people believe that sharks can't sleep because they die if they aren't constantly moving. We've already dispelled the myth that sharks can't remain still, but what about sleep?The answer is... ...

Spotted gully sharks, also commonly known as sharptooth houndsharks, are small, stereotypically "shark-shaped" sharks with prominent triangular fins and dark grey skin covered in dark spots. They inha...

Sharks are one of the Earths most ancient creatures. First evolving over 455 million years ago, sharks are far more ancient than the first dinosaurs, insects, mammals or even trees. Sharks were there ...

When you visit the Two Oceans Aquarium, one species always stands out as a highlight. For many people it is the ragged-tooth sharks of the Save Our Seas Foundation Shark Exhibit. These massive sharks ...

On 10 October, African Penguin Awareness Day, the Two Oceans Aquarium’s penguin mascot, Samantha, will be joined by the penguin mascots from Kfm 94.5 (Rocket), and Cape Town Tourism (Themba), in celeb...

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Faraday, one of the original African penguins at the Two Oceans Aquarium.

Currently, there are about 440 known species of shark in the world, ranging from the massive whale shark to the tiny dwarf lanternshark. Some sharks hunt with large serrated teeth, some use electric s...

The Two Oceans Aquarium is proud to announce that it has joined forces with the international philanthropic organisation the Save Our Seas Foundation to increase awareness about sharks in order to pro...

The Two Oceans Aquarium Foundation is joining forces with The Little Optimist Trust to raise funds for a number of initiatives, through the sailing of Optimist dinghies. On Sunday 4 October starting a...

At the heart of the Two Oceans Aquarium are our people. You're our family. You're where everything we've accomplished stems from. And, you're forever part of our heritage!We could not imagine a bett...

On 20 August 2020 the African Association of Visitor Experiences and Attractions held its first virtual conference. Following hot on the heels of five successful in-person conferences, this year was a...

The Two Ocean Aquarium has teamed up with Professional Emergency Care (PEC) to offer certified training to schools, industry and corporates on how to best manage the risks of Covid-19 in the workplace...