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September 5, 2025 / Education

Back-to-Schooling September: 7 Common Student Questions

At Greater Cleveland Aquarium, we believe that nature is a curious thing. Students who take part in our education... Read More

September 18, 2025 / Education,Species Highlights

Back-to-Schooling September: Questions from Guests!

Thank you for submitting your curiosity questions during Back-to-Schooling September. Here are answers to some of the... Read More

September 24, 2025 / Education

Educational Opportunities at Greater Cleveland Aquarium

At Greater Cleveland Aquarium, we offer a variety of educational opportunities that provide inquiry-based, hands-on... Read More

Follow us out to sea

Fun fact: The curl-crested aracari is a type of toucan named for the distinctive curly feathers on top of its head. ๐Ÿฆ

These colorful rainforest birds are native to Bolivia, Brazil, and Peru and can often be found traveling in small groups. Come say 'hi' during your next visit ...to Greater Cleveland Aquarium! #CLEAquarium

Fun fact: The curl-crested aracari is a type of toucan named for the distinctive curly feathers on top of its head. ๐Ÿฆ

These colorful rainforest birds are native to Bolivia, Brazil, and Peru and can often be found traveling in small groups. Come say 'hi' during your next visit ...to Greater Cleveland Aquarium! #CLEAquarium

Fun fact: The curl-crested aracari is a type of toucan named for the distinctive curly feathers on top of its head. ๐Ÿฆ

These colorful rainforest birds are native to Bolivia, Brazil, and Peru and can often be found traveling in small groups. Come say 'hi' during your next visit ...to Greater Cleveland Aquarium! #CLEAquarium

Planning a summer visit? Weโ€™ll be open on these upcoming holidays and holiday weekends:

โ˜€๏ธ Juneteenth โ€” Thursday, June 19
Open 10amโ€“5pm

๐Ÿ‘” Fatherโ€™s Day Weekend โ€” June 20โ€“21
Open 9amโ€“5pm (one hour early!)

๐ŸŽ† Fourth of July Weekend โ€” July ...4โ€“5
Open 10amโ€“5pm

Whether youโ€™re introducing someone to their favorite aquatic animal, looking for a fun family outing or just escaping the summer heat, weโ€™d love to see you at Greater Cleveland Aquarium! #CLEAquarium

Planning a summer visit? Weโ€™ll be open on these upcoming holidays and holiday weekends:

โ˜€๏ธ Juneteenth โ€” Thursday, June 19
Open 10am - 5pm

๐Ÿ‘” Fatherโ€™s Day Weekend โ€” June 20โ€“21
Open 9am - 5pm (one hour early!)

๐ŸŽ† Fourth of July Weekend โ€” July ...4โ€“5
Open 10am - 5pm
Whether youโ€™re introducing someone to their favorite aquatic animal, looking for a fun family outing, or just escaping the summer heat, weโ€™d love to see you at Greater Cleveland Aquarium! #CLEAquarium

Ever wondered how stingrays raise their young? ๐ŸŒŠ

In this video, Kendall, one of our aquarists, shares the fascinating life cycle of cownose stingrays โ€” from pregnancy and birth to how pups grow and develop here at Greater Cleveland Aquarium. Learn how these rays give live birth, why ...that doesnโ€™t make them mammals, and how our animal care team helps monitor and support both moms and pups behind the scenes.

Plan your visit and see them for yourself!

Did you know archerfish are basically natureโ€™s sharpshooters? ๐ŸŽฏ๐ŸŸ

Found in our Asia & Indonesia Gallery, these fascinating fish hunt by shooting jets of water from their mouths to knock insects off branches above the water. Some can hit targets from several feet away with ...impressive accuracy! #CLEAquarium

Did you know archerfish are basically natureโ€™s sharpshooters? ๐ŸŽฏ๐ŸŸ

Found in our Asia & Indonesia Gallery, these fascinating fish hunt by shooting jets of water from their mouths to knock insects off branches above the water. Some can hit targets from several feet away with ...impressive accuracy! #CLEAquarium

Ever wondered how clownfish care for their young?

In this video, aquarist McKenzie shares the fascinating parenting behaviors of clownfish and how they work together to protect their eggs and defend their territory. From carefully fanning their eggs to keeping predators away, clownfish ...show a surprising level of parental care beneath the waves.

You can see skunk clownfish and other incredible marine species during your next visit to Greater Cleveland Aquarium.

#cleaquarium #natureiscurious

This Memorial Day Weekend, Greater Cleveland Aquarium is saying thank you to those who serve our communities every day. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ๐ŸŒŠ

During our Waves of Appreciation Weekend (May 23โ€“25), eligible military members, veterans, reservists, first responders, medical professionals and ...emergency personnel receive FREE admission and parking with validation.

Offer available in person only with valid ID. Please do not purchase tickets online if you plan to use this offer.

This Memorial Day Weekend, Greater Cleveland Aquarium is saying thank you to those who serve our communities every day. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ๐ŸŒŠ

During our Waves of Appreciation Weekend (May 23โ€“25), eligible military members, veterans, reservists, first responders, medical professionals and ...emergency personnel receive FREE admission and parking with validation.

Offer available in person only with valid ID. Please do not purchase tickets online if you plan to use this offer.

Those dramatic fins arenโ€™t just for show. ๐Ÿฆ๐ŸŸ
Red lionfish have venomous spines that help protect them from predators in the wild.

You can spot this striking species in our Industry & Habitat gallery! #CLEAquarium

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