Scenic Overlook Closed for Renovations

The Scenic Overlook is closed for construction, with a new deck expected to reopen this fall. The Nature Trail between the buildings remains open.

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Perfect Pairings: Symbiosis in the Sea

Like in human societies, great connections can be found between diverse members of the animal kingdom. Symbiotic relationships, or relationships in which two species of animals interact in a mutually beneficial way, abound in the marine environment. Take a look at a few of these unique relationship…

An osprey stands in a nest that has a piece of plastic stuck in the side. Photo Credit: Reese F. Lukei, Jr.

Planet vs. Plastic: Celebrating Earth Day 2024

Osprey Photo Credit: Reese F. Lukei, Jr.  This year’s Earth Day theme is Planet vs. Plastics, highlighting the impact plastic use has on the environment and how to mitigate the impact of plastic waste for a cleaner, healthier world. Plastic is the most common debris found in the oceans. Plastics …

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The Ultimate Guide to Membership

Interested in becoming a Member? We've put together a handy guide with all the special perks and helpful hints you need to make the most of your Membership. 

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Our 2023 Holiday Gift Guide

Spice up your holiday shopping list and give your loved ones a unique gift this holiday season, whether it's Aquarium tickets, a Membership, or a one-of-a-kind tour for memories that last a lifetime.

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How We Rehabilitate Sea Turtles

Our Stranding Response Team worked hard this past summer responding to hooked and otherwise stranded sea turtles all along Coastal Virginia, and our Stranding Response facility admitted numerous turtle patients for rehabilitation through this summer’s hooked-turtle season. But rehabilitation isn’t …

Candy Bars in a Pile

Pondering Palm Oil

It’s the spookiest season of the year, and time to stock up on candy and chocolates for the trick-or-treaters in our neighborhoods. But while Halloween fans decorate their doorsteps and craft their costumes, it’s a good time to consider what’s in the sweets we’re buying – and not just the sugar. Es…

Bird Flying Near Paddle Boarders

Practice Responsible Recreation This Summer!

Making plans for an amazing summer? As a waterside community, residents of Virginia Beach and its surrounding cities are gearing up to get out and enjoy some boating, fishing, surfing, kayaking, crabbing, and more. It’s the perfect time of year to be on the water, but that also makes it the most im…

Loggerhead Turtle Being Moved

New Digs for 25

A familiar face is greeting guests from a new space! 25, our male loggerhead sea turtle, has moved out of the Chesapeake Light Tower Aquarium where the other sea turtles live and now resides in our Norfolk Canyon exhibit, which is our main shark habitat. The decision to move 25 out of Light Tower w…

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