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Tracking Bob (and Turbo and Pan): terrific turtles
Today's "Bob update" is particularly special because we're also catching up with Turbo and Pan! Some of our Aquarium family may remember that Turbo, a green turtle, and Pan, a loggerhead turtle, were released last year. Bob, a very special green turtle, was released in January - maybe he's already caught up with the others? Let's find out.
How does the ocean benefit my family (and how can my kids help it in return)?
The ocean plays a vital role in almost every aspect of human life, and every child’s eyes need to be opened to the ocean’s wonders. The ocean is precious, and every family should have an appreciation for its beauty and an understanding of its importance. Here's why you should be teaching your children to love the ocean…
Join the Aquarium family: Here's how!
There are many ways to join the Two Oceans Aquarium family - and once you do, we promise you'll never want to leave!
Fishy, feathered, and fabulous: come meet the Aquarium families!
The Two Oceans Aquarium considers itself a big family, and the animals here are a special part. From our African penguins to the clownfish, every group of animals belongs to a family. The unique families at the Aquarium are more like yours than you think…
School holiday family adventures at the Two Oceans Aquarium
Make the Two Oceans Aquarium your April school holiday destination - we promise a world-class ocean experience for visitors, young and old alike. Join us for an unforgettable experience, explore the ocean's wonders, and create unforgettable memories with your family. Come discover the perfect holiday activity for families with kids at the Two Oceans Aquarium.
What happens when a turtle hatchling arrives at the Turtle Conservation Centre?
Stranding season brings many stranded and injured turtles to the Two Oceans Aquarium Foundation’s Turtle Conservation Centre. Most often, these are little hatchlings that are found by our dedicated Turtle Rescue Network and brought to the Aquarium. But what happens when our team receives a new patient?
Join us in wishing Dané a fin-tastic farewell!
On 29 March 2023, the Two Oceans Aquarium successfully released Dané, a female ragged-tooth shark, off Struisbaai Main Beach. She was accompanied at every stage of her journey by six Aquarium Curatorial staff members to ensure a calm and safe return to her wild home.
2023's best Trash Bash so far!
The second Trash Bash of 2023 was a great success! On Saturday, 1 April 2023, the Two Oceans Aquarium team, with nearly 100 enthusiastic Capetonians, gathered at Mouille Point to clean up the beach (and our ocean).
It's time for the City Nature Challenge!
From 28 April to 1 May 2023, the City of Cape Town is participating in the City Nature Challenge: an international, bioblitz-style competition where cities compete to see who can find and document the most plants and wildlife!
Join Brett Glasby for an Urban Wildlife Walk in the V&A Waterfront on 28 April 2023
Fans of the Two Oceans Aquarium are invited to join our Foundation's Marine Wildlife Management team for a series of urban wildlife walks along the V&A Waterfront's canals and marinas on Friday, 28 April 2023. This is a fantastic opportunity to snap photos of the plants, animals, and organisms you spot and upload them to iNaturalist, a citizen science project. The walk and snacks are free for any active Aquarium members who register in advance. But, very importantly, we ask that everyone who attends please be prepared to install the iNaturalist app on their phones and upload some photos (you can use Aquarium WiFi to upload).
Tracking Bob: Loopy ocean rollercoasters!
Bob, the green turtle, has been doing loops in the Atlantic Ocean - showing off his super chilled nature as he floats with the currents. Let's hear more from Talitha Noble, Conservation Manager at the Two Oceans Aquarium Foundation.
10 things that penguins are better at than humans
Many may think that humans are the superior species in every sense. Well, think again! Check out these 10 things that penguins are better at than humans.