Seattle Aquarium News

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  Construction Alert: Harbor Seal Exhibit Renovation

  We’re embarking on an exciting transformation of our harbor seal exhibit—which means that Barney and Q need to make their homes elsewhere for the time being. Until our construction is complete, they’re residing at the Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium in Tacoma.
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  Meet us at the beach
  FREE 2013 Beach Naturalist program

  Explore the beach at low tide with a Seattle Aquarium Beach Naturalist. Trained Naturalists will be at several local beaches. Look for signs at the entrance to the beach. This is a free drop-in program and reservations are not needed.
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  Family Science Weekend: May 24-27

  Participate in activities to learn about science and research taking place at the Seattle Aquarium. Hands-on activities, special talks and demonstrations will help the whole family discover science in a fun way.
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  Plankton makes its presence known at the Seattle Aquarium

  We have been seeing high levels of plankton in our water lately. Many Aquarium exhibits were a bit cloudy last week from all the algae and other planktonic organisms that are becoming more numerous as the season progresses. Suspension-feeding animals, meaning animals that feed on material that’s suspended in the water, really shine during plankton blooms.
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