Tuan Chau Aquarium, Marine zoo on Tuan Chau Island, Ha Long Bay, Vietnam
Description
Tuan Chau Aquarium is a marine facility on an island in Ha Long Bay that spans multiple levels with tanks showcasing diverse sea creatures. The tanks hold species from Vietnamese waters as well as international seas.
History
The aquarium was established in the early 2000s as a pioneering marine education facility in northern Vietnam. Its creation marked a turning point in bringing public marine museums to the region.
Culture
The aquarium features exhibits about traditional Vietnamese fishing methods and displays that show how local communities have depended on the sea for generations. Visitors see the connection between people and marine life reflected in the educational spaces.
Practical
The facility operates daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, with feeding demonstrations for marine life scheduled throughout visiting hours. Take time to watch these feedings as they show how staff interact with the animals.
Did you know?
The facility houses more than 350 fish species, including rare specimens collected from the depths of Ha Long Bay's limestone formations. These deep-water species are seldom seen in other aquariums and give visitors a glimpse into the bay's lesser-known marine world.
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