Our Animals
Meet the incredible marine life that calls Ocean Discovery home
Green Sea Turtle
Chelonia mydas
Found in tropical and subtropical waters worldwide. Herbivores that feed primarily on seagrass and algae.
Endangered
Sand Tiger Shark
Carcharias taurus
Despite their fierce appearance, these sharks are docile and pose little threat to humans.
Vulnerable
Moon Jellyfish
Aurelia aurita
Translucent jellyfish found in oceans worldwide, named for their moon-like appearance.
Least Concern
African Penguin
Spheniscus demersus
Also called jackass penguins for their donkey-like braying call.
Endangered
Giant Pacific Octopus
Enteroctopus dofleini
Highly intelligent cephalopods capable of solving complex puzzles and changing color.
Least Concern
Manta Ray
Mobula birostris
Gentle giants with wingspans up to 29 feet, filter-feeding on plankton.
Endangered
Clownfish
Amphiprioninae
Live symbiotically with sea anemones, immune to their stinging tentacles.
Least Concern
Seahorse
Hippocampus
Unique fish where males carry and birth the young in their brood pouch.
Vulnerable
Sea Star
Asteroidea
Can regenerate lost arms and have eyes at the tip of each arm.
Least Concern
Electric Eel
Electrophorus electricus
Can generate powerful electric shocks up to 600 volts for hunting and defense.
Least Concern
Anglerfish
Lophiiformes
Deep-sea predator with a bioluminescent lure to attract prey in darkness.
Least Concern
Bottlenose Dolphin
Tursiops truncatus
Highly intelligent marine mammals known for their playful behavior and communication.
Least ConcernMeet Them in Person
See these amazing animals up close at Ocean Discovery. Book your tickets today and experience the wonder of marine life!