Bermuda Aquarium and Zoo is located in the picturesque flatts v illage of Bermuda and is a popular tourist site. Opened in 1926 Aquarium and Zoo of Bermuda is run by Bermuda government and Bermuda Zoological society. The Entrance of BAZ leads to the aquarium.
The Aquarium of Bermuda has many small tanks and two large tanks on the either side of the exhibit room that showcases 200 types of marine species like fish, a shark, sea horses, octopus and many other marine animals. Green Moray is one of the remarkable animal present inside the aquarium of Bermuda. There are plenty of information panels inside the aquarium. There is also a facility of audio commentary inside the Aquarium.
Bermuda zoo is small and interesting with animals like Giant Tortoise and Golden Lion Tamarine Monkey. Once prevalent, but now very few in number, Green Turtle can be seen near the swimming pool area. Bermuda is now focused on the Green Turtle project for the conservation of the green turtles. Inside the Flammingo area, one can catch a glimpse of several migratory birds. Galapagos Tortoise which were introduced 70 years ago in Bermuda is another famous animal of the zoo. Caribbean Island and Australasia exhibits are quite popular attractions of Bermuda Aquarium and Zoo .
There is also a facility of free guided tour in Bermuda Aquarium and Zoo which is offered:
- Daily from April to September
- Saturdays and Sundays from October to March
Bermuda Aquarium and zoo offers a Curator's tour at $25.
Bermuda Aquarium and zoo gives you a true worth of your money.
