Aquatis, Public aquarium and vivarium in Lausanne, Switzerland
Aquatis is an aquarium and vivarium in Lausanne with more than 40 tanks and terrariums displaying fish, amphibians, and reptiles from freshwater regions worldwide. The exhibits are arranged to show the different habitats and climate zones where these animals naturally live.
The aquarium opened in 2017 as Europe's largest facility dedicated to freshwater species. It was created to highlight the importance of these habitats for protecting endangered animals.
The facility plays an important role in raising awareness about freshwater ecosystems and the species that depend on them. Visitors can directly experience the significance of these habitats through the diversity of animals on display.
The facility has wide, level paths that are easy to walk through, with resting areas between exhibits. The location is easily accessible by public transport and has clear signage throughout the building.
A special exhibit traces how water flows through different continents and shapes distinct ecosystems, from European alpine rivers to African wetlands. Visitors can follow this water journey visually and understand how interconnected global freshwater systems truly are.
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