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Two Oceans Aquarium Foundation’s phenomenal women lead global team measuring conservation efforts
Dr Judy Mann-Lang and Helen Lockhart’s work for the World Association of Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA) will be pivotal in the race to keep the ocean as healthy as possible and mitigate the impacts of climate change in the run-up to 2030.
Happy Reverse the Red Day 2025!
Reverse the Red is a pioneering global movement that works to reverse biodiversity loss and showcase positive achievements for species on the brink of collapse by celebrating efforts that bring species back from being endangered. Today, 7 February 2025, is the third Reverse the Red Day!
Ocean Campus celebrated World Wetlands Day with our outreach team
Every year on 2 February, we celebrate World Wetlands Day, a day dedicated to protecting the incredible biodiversity of South Africa's wetland habitats. Wetlands are crucial for wildlife and humans, offering a haven for animals and plants while supporting our climate, water purification, job creation, and economy. Simply put, our survival depends on healthy wetlands.
Our Turtle Rescue Network urges beachgoers to follow protocol for stranded turtles
The Turtle Conservation Centre team appeals to anyone who comes across a stranded adult turtle to alert experts and not to return them to the water. An incident on 4 February 2025, where a loggerhead turtle was found stranded on a beach near Betty’s Bay, has made it clear that information and guidance for the public are needed for the benefit of injured turtles.
Our Turtle Conservation Centre’s 8th annual Turtle Road Trip explored the West Coast
Every year, our Turtle Conservation Centre embarks on a road trip to spread awareness for turtle stranding season and connect with our Turtle Rescue Network. This year, for the first time, the team chose to explore the West Coast. While most Turtle Road Trips focus on hatchling stranding season, which is coming up in March, this year’s trip emphasised adult strandings.
Historically, the West Coast has proven to be an area of interest for adult turtles – the Turtle Conservation Centre has observed satellite-tagged turtles feeding and exploring here, while our Turtle Rescue Network has rescued many adult turtles in the area. With this in mind, the Turtle Road Trip aimed to share knowledge of turtles and how to rescue them, express the value of coastal communities in rescue efforts, and establish key network points.
Hop into Easter fun at the Two Oceans Aquarium's Members-only Sleepover
It's time for the ever-popular members-only Easter Sleepover! Enjoy this egg-citing opportunity to spend the night doing ocean-themed activities with your loved ones, surrounded by awesome ocean animals.
The Two Oceans Aquarium is celebrating its 30th birthday this year! We want you to be part of it!
The Two Oceans Aquarium is celebrating a momentous occasion this year – we’re turning 30 on 13 November! Since opening our doors in 1995, the Aquarium has been an iconic feature in Cape Town, inspiring thousands of visitors to appreciate and protect the ocean.
Two Oceans Aquarium OGs look back on our 30-year history
In November this year, the Two Oceans Aquarium is turning 30! This is a momentous occasion and one that sparks reflection on the past three decades of conservation, education, and awareness. In honour of this significant milestone, we’re shining a light on a few of our longest-serving staff members – Msa Maseko, Bianca Engel, and Michael Farquhar. Msa, Bianca, and Michael have all worked at the Two Oceans Aquarium for over 20 years, a remarkable achievement. Let’s learn a bit more from these three OGs…
What is turtle stranding season, and how can I help?
Stranding season is one of the busiest times of the year for the Two Oceans Aquarium Foundation’s Turtle Conservation Centre. Every year, hatchling and adult turtles strand on beaches along the Western Cape coastline. These patients are brought to our Turtle Conservation Centre for rehabilitation. Here’s everything you need to know about stranding season and what you can do to help…
The Two Oceans Aquarium celebrated the False Bay Hope Spot with Mission Blue and CapeRADD!
Recently, the Two Oceans Aquarium hosted Mission Blue and representatives from the seven South African Hope Spots. Dr Sylvia Earle, founder of Mission Blue and legendary marine biologist, joined the Hope Spot champions in celebrating the growing South African Hope Spot network. The two-day celebration included a collaborative workshop on Friday 21 February, and a community event in the False Bay Hope Spot on Saturday, 22 February.
Meet the Two Oceans Aquarium Foundation's Ann Lamont
Ann Lamont, in her three and a half years as the executive chairperson of the Two Oceans Aquarium Foundation, has ticked off many items on her ‘to do’ list, and there’s more to come.
Listening for turtles: The importance of acoustic tagging as a tool for conservation
Four of South Africa’s aquariums, together with a leading research institute, are working together to acoustically tag subadult and adult turtles that have been rescued, rehabilitated, and released.