National Aquarium Abu Dhabi

The National Aquarium Abu Dhabi is the largest aquarium in the Middle East and is home to 46,000 animals spread across 10 zones. The aquarium houses more than 200 sharks and rays, representing 25 different species. All of the animals are cared for by a team of 80 sea-life experts. Education is at the core of The National Aquarium, with an entire department dedicated to learning and enhancing environment knowledge and the capacity to welcome up to 50,000 students a year Professor Aquademy is the first of its kind programme intended to inspire the school children at the aquarium. The curriculum will cover four key topics from the UAE’s coastal heritage to conservation. These are designed to share knowledge and spark interest in the natural world amongst the younger generations.

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