The Chilly Unknown

From Oregon to Japan, from South Australia to South Africa, cold ocean waters teem with fish and marine mammals. Beneath the waves curious animals such as Australian weedy sea dragons, garibaldi damselfish and Japanese spider crabs hang among rocky ledges and kelp forests.

These animals give you a glimpse of  the rich variety of life found in cold ocean waters.  These are the same regions that support the world’s major fisheries, many of which are in peril. Through a better understanding of the animals that live in these regions, you will learn that better management of ocean resources will not only protect marine life but also guarantee sustainable fisheries for everyone.

NOTE: Please excuse our construction as we improve our galleries. Several species are currently off exhibit but will return soon.

Take the Georgia-Pacific Penguin Plunge! They flop and dive, swim and play. See our penguins in a whole new way! Georgia Aquarium’s playful penguins are back on exhibit for all to enjoy, just in time for the holiday season. With a brand new habitat, the “Georgia-Pacific Penguin Plunge,” featured in the Georgia Aquarium’s atrium, guests will come face-to-beak with these curious South African birds. Be sure to stop by and check out their new digs. African penguins can also be seen on Sea Keepers Behind the Scenes Tour and VIP Behind the Scenes Tour.  See them now on the African penguin webcam.

In 2010, the Aquarium will introduce you to another amazing animal - dolphins!  During this time, the African penguins will be housed in the Correll Center Animal Care Suite as they await their new home in the Cold Water Quest gallery, presented by Georgia-Pacific. This area is designed to be able to temporarily house a variety of the Aquarium's small mammals, marine birds, reptiles or fish with a state-of-the-art life support system and HEPA filtered air space.

Looking for Aquarium deals? Buy a CityPass and get admission to the Aquarium, Deepo's Undersea 3D Wondershow and a Quick Dip Tour, as well as admission to other great Atlanta attractions!

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Animals from Cold Water Quest - The Chilly Unknown