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Six animals you should meet at the Two Oceans Aquarium
It's so easy to be captivated by the “stars of the show” at the Two Oceans Aquarium that you might miss out on some of the smaller, lesser-known animals that are just as fascinating.
Finding balance with Kai, the loggerhead turtle
Many of our turtle community are familiar with the story of Kai, the loggerhead turtle. As a well-known and loved turtle ambassador, Kai has been undergoing rehabilitation with the Turtle Conservation Centre for a few years. Most recently, Kai’s recovery has had some exciting developments.
Tracking our turtles: Nobomvu is nearly at her two-year mark
It has been 640 days since Nobomvu, an adult female loggerhead turtle with an inspiring story, was released back into her ocean home! Let's catch up on her latest satellite tracking data.
Why should I waddle for the African penguin?
On African Penguin Awareness Day, we will be waddling for the African penguin. Why? Because this charismatic seabird is threatened with extinction, and we need to act now.
Cape Town is synonymous with the iconic African penguin – they are one of the most recognisable features of the Western Cape coastline. Not only are they the only penguin species found on the African continent, but they are also an incredible eco-tourism drawcard! Unfortunately, estimates state that their species will be functionally extinct by 2035.
Diving into discovery: Introduction to Marine Science 2025
This year, from 14 to 18 July, 58 curious Grade 8 and 9 learners gathered at the Two Oceans Aquarium for an unforgettable week exploring the world beneath the waves.
Green turtle season is here, and we need your help
Around this time of the year, our team at the Two Oceans Aquarium Foundation’s Turtle Conservation Centre starts preparing for the “green season”. Just like turtle hatchlings tend to strand more frequently at particular times of the year, we experience a similar phenomenon with subadult green turtles.
Let’s learn all about green season, and what it means for our turtle team.
Meet our current Research interns at the Two Oceans Aquarium Foundation
We are delighted to introduce Ivana Samujh, Syethemba Zungu, and Ntombencinci Mxotwa – our newest interns with our Research team.
Bakkies, the elephant seal, has returned to the Cape
Cape Town's shores have long played host to some fascinating (and rather large) visitors from the South Atlantic Ocean: Southern elephant seals! Most recently, a repeat visitor, called Bakkies, has returned.
The Two Oceans Aquarium family waddled for the African penguin
On International African Penguin Awareness Day, our Two Oceans Aquarium family waddled together in support of the African penguin!
The remarkable rescue of new turtles, Ginger and Bayleaf
In September 2025, the Turtle Conservation Centre team was reminded just how big and beautiful our turtle community is when two turtles were rescued and transported to us on the very same day.
Where does the Two Oceans Aquarium's kelp forest come from?
For three decades, the Kelp Forest Exhibit has stood as a living, breathing symbol of the Two Oceans Aquarium’s dedication to ocean conservation, marine education, and awe-inspiring natural beauty. This iconic exhibit is more than just a glimpse into South Africa’s underwater forests; it’s the result of thoughtful collection, sustainable practices, and expert care. From harvesting kelp in the wild ocean forests to its careful transport and delicate placement in the exhibit, every step of the journey reflects our deep respect for marine life and the dedicated team working behind the scenes.
Green turtles were downlisted on the IUCN Red List: Why conservation must continue
In October 2025, the green turtle’s (Chelonia mydas) global conservation status was changed on the International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN)’s Red List from Endangered to Least Concern. This is a significant success for one of the ocean’s most iconic species, and it is a result of decades of tireless conservation work around the world. While the global trend is encouraging, the story is not a one-size-fits-all, and localised conservation remains critical.