Walking down the boardwalk over the Mediterranean, you approach the steps leading up to the
largest aquarium in Europe, Barcelona's Aquarium. This oceanarium is the only one of its kind in Europe
and houses 35 different aquariums depicting different marine habitats, 11,000 animals of 450 different species.
The big attraction is the 80 meters of underwater tunnel, with glass roof and glass side, housing; ocean
sunfish (that can reach weights of over a ton), moray eels and numerous species of sharks. Entering into the
tunnel you are given the option of an electronic walkway or to stroll through. In awe you look all around you
and above you to gaze as large sharks glide past you with a glimpse into their sharp toothed mouths.
Barcelona's Aquarium is the most important aquarium in the world on the subject of the Mediterranean. The
Mediterranean has a large variety of ecosystems and species. There are many species including; cuttlefish
(which is also a popular menu item on the port), moray, octopus, common stingray, seahorse, and sea stars
and cucumbers. There are also a number of sharks including; the basking shark, sand tiger, sand bar,
bluntnose sixgill and the angular rough sharks. The aquarium also houses a variety of tropical fish such as
lionfish, blacktip and whitetip reef sharks, as well as a group of playful Humbolt penguins.
Amongst the beautiful tanks there are more than 50 interactive activities to touch, look at, listen to, investigate
and discover. Not only are these great for young children, but also for the young at heart. There are also
selections of adult activities and workshops; one of the big sellers is the dive with the sharks.
If you are looking for an educational experience for the children or simply a leisurely stroll in a Mediterranean
Sea world the Barcelona Aquarium is the place for you.
~excerpt from News from the Underground - January 09 Issue.(Stephanie Mayo)
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