New for Newport Aquarium’s 25th Anniversary year, and opening for Spring Break 2024, explore the Ring of Fire: World of the Octopus! Between towering volcanoes and deep ocean trenches, strange sea creatures thrive. Find them all throughout seven different displays from the Ring of Fire, the most seismically active place on the planet.
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Meet the Giant Pacific Octopus exploring its GIANT home in the Octopus Den, with floor to ceiling views of its color changing, shape shifting adventures. And, meet a rotating collection of fascinating octopuses with different colors, markings and behaviors. Right now, you’ll meet the Wunderpus, a creature that mimics venomous fish and sea snakes as part of its defense.
Dive deeper into the Ring of Fire to discover hydrothermal vents, towering structures that form where molten lava meets near-freezing sea water. Discover the life that thrives in this extreme environment including strange crabs, anemones, fish and giant isopods - all in a bubbling and glowing 360-degree display!
Discover some of the unusual residents of Puget Sound, like the Mosshead Warbonnet with its long body and head topped in an intricate camouflage and lure that draws prey close. Nearby the Penpoint Gunnel lurks, an eel-like fish that mimics the colors of its surroundings and can even breath air. Plus, many more crustaceans, anemones and fish to find.
Come eye-to-eye with the Peacock Mantis Shrimp! This fascinating crustacean has an iridescent body with a rainbow of colors, similar to a peacock’s tail. But don’t be fooled. This little guy packs a punch, literally. They have the fastest punch in the world, moving at the speed of a bullet, which they use to break the shells of the animals that they hunt. He’s part of a rotating collection of exceptional animals, giving you something new to discover with each visit.
The Ring of Fire is home to 90% of the world’s earthquakes and is in a constant state of change. But don’t stress. Relax with the gentle flutter of Moon Jellies as they float gracefully without a care. The giant display will have you mesmerized as they swirl and feed with their long trailing tentacles.
Get the BEST VALUE with a Newport Aquarium Membership and don’t miss out on a single thing when you visit as much as you want for a full year! Enjoy the NEW exhibit, Jellies: Go With The Flow, meet new animal friends and experience unique seasonal events. Being a Member pays for itself in as little as 2 visits – plus you can get great benefits like free parking, Bring-A-Friend FREE days, extra discounts and more. Get your Membership today!
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