The Tropical Reef Aquarium at the Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium reopened to the public in June 2024 following 2-1/2 years of restorations and repairs. The $7.09 million renovation project, which ...
A world where life flutters, shimmers and gently sways, like the forest scenes from the original “Avatar” movie, a kaleidoscope of colors that shouldn’t exist in nature. Corals in pink, purple, peach, ...
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Point Defiance Zoo is expected to reopen its Tropical Reef Aquarium this summer, the zoo announced this week. Formerly called the “South Pacific Aquarium,” the 25,000-square-foot area will boast ...
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Florida’s coral reef recovery shows progress after recent dive by Florida Aquarium
A November 2025 dive to Davis Reef delivered a promising sight for Florida Aquarium scientists working to restore the ...
One of Point Defiance Zoo’s two aquariums has been closed for renovations for more than two years. On Friday it will reopen with a fresh look and new name: the Tropical Reef Aquarium. Formerly called ...
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How a large-scale reef tank became a lasting tribute
A large-scale 300-gallon saltwater reef tank is assembled as both a technical project and a personal tribute. The setup ...
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World’s most expensive coral reef nursery - new tank setup
This isn’t just any aquarium—it’s the world’s most expensive coral reef nursery! From rare corals to cutting-edge equipment, ...
APOLLO BEACH, Fla. — Biologists from The Florida Aquarium are spawning thousands of coral to help rebuild the state's coral reef. Funding from the state's Department of Environmental Protection is ...
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