BALTIMORE, Maryland — Jellyfish float gracefully in a specialized tank at the National Aquarium's jellies exhibit in the Inner Harbor. The translucent creatures, illuminated against a dark background, showcase the aquarium's diverse marine life collection and educational displays.
Photograph by David Coleman. The National Aquarium in Baltimore, located in the city's vibrant Inner Harbor, features a mesmerizing jellies exhibit that showcases various species of jellyfish in specially designed tanks. This exhibit is a highlight of the aquarium, captivating visitors with the ethereal beauty and unique biology of these fascinating marine creatures. The jellyfish, or jellies as they are often called in scientific contexts, are displayed in cylindrical or curved tanks that allow visitors to observe their graceful, pulsating movements. The tanks are often backlit with soft, colored lighting that enhances the translucent quality of the jellyfish, creating a striking visual effect against the dark background. Species on display may include moon jellies, Pacific sea nettles, blue blubber jellies, and upside-down jellies, among others. Each species is housed in an environment tailored to its specific needs, with carefully controlled water currents to support their drifting lifestyle. The jellies exhibit serves not only as a visual spectacle but also as an educational tool. Informational placards and interactive displays provide visitors with insights into jellyfish anatomy, their role in marine ecosystems, and the challenges they face due to climate change and ocean pollution. As part of the National Aquarium, one of the largest and most popular public aquariums in the United States, the jellies exhibit contributes to the institution's mission of inspiring conservation of the world's aquatic treasures. The aquarium, which opened in 1981, has been a cornerstone of Baltimore's Inner Harbor redevelopment and continues to be a major attraction, drawing millions of visitors annually to experience the wonders of marine life.
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Location: Inner Harbor, Baltimore, Maryland, United States
Photo credit: © David Coleman | Have Camera Will Travel / Alamy / Afripics
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