Aquarium News
Watch for Stranded Sea Turtles This Winter
Key Message: If you find a sea turtle on the beach this winter, immediately note its location, remain nearby to observe it if possible, and contact the Oregon State Police Tipline at 800-452-7888 or the Marine Mammal Stranding Network (MMSN) in Oregon, Washington, and California at 1-866-767-6114. Newport, Oregon – If you’re out walking the […]
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Common Murre Chicks Flood West Coast Wildlife Rehabilitation Centers
Newport, Oregon— The Oregon Coast Aquarium is treating an unusually high number of common murre (Uria aalge) chicks this season. The chicks, which are often mistaken for baby penguins, are being found all along the West Coast abandoned, deceased or in very poor health. Just this week, the Aquarium received 3 chicks in addition to […]
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Guide to Oregon’s Sharks and Their Relationship with Humans
Newport, Oregon— Oregonians are no strangers to large animals with lots of teeth. Veterans of Oregon’s incredible wilderness know the importance of vigilance and taking precautionary steps to prevent dangerous encounters with bears, cougars or, dare we say, Bigfoot. But as most people know—and fear—toothy animals don’t stop at the shore. The waters off the […]
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Diving for Oregon’s Marine Reserves
It’s 7:00 AM. The sun just begins to glimmer over the surface of Yaquina Bay, where the Oregon Coast Aquarium’s research vessel, Gracie Lynn, gently rocks in its slip at the Port of Newport. Jim Burke, Director of Animal Husbandry at the Oregon Coast Aquarium, arrived about 30 minutes ago to finish loading supplies for […]
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Aquarium to Welcome Lincoln County Hospitality Workers
Newport, Oregon— The Oregon Coast Aquarium will thank Lincoln County restaurant, lodging and gas station employees with free admission from Monday, June 25 through Friday, June 29. Hospitality employees that wish to take advantage of the offer will be asked to provide proof of employment with a recent pay stub. Those unsure if their place […]
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We asked a squid expert about the masses of eggs arriving on our coast…
Lately the Aquarium has been receiving a lot of questions about these translucent sacs being found along the Oregon coast. And no, we’re not talking about those pickle-like pyrosomes. The sacs can be found in a cluster, akin to a bunch of grapes, or as individuals. If observed closely, you can just make out a […]
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Oregon Coast Aquarium Recognized for Outstanding Social Media Program
Newport, OR – The Oregon Coast Aquarium won the Outstanding Oregon Social Media Program Award at the 2017 Travel & Tourism Industry Achievement Awards, presented at the 2018 Oregon Governor’s Conference on Tourism in Bend this past weekend. “The achievement awards recognize people and organizations that enhance travel and tourism experiences across Oregon.” said the […]
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