Coral Reefs
Immerse yourself in some of the most diverse ecosystems on the planet—the vibrant coral reefs of both the Atlantic and Pacific.
Explore the world’s coral reefs up close…
Coral reefs are intricate, yet threatened, ecosystems that support approximately 25 percent of all marine life on the planet, and the museum’s coral exhibits place you amid this vibrant underwater world. Our ReeFLorida initiative to protect Florida’s Coral Reef is a centerpiece of the Dive level of the Aquarium. Here, you’ll learn about the reef’s ecology and biology—and how we can save it from the urgent conservation threats it faces. The 18-foot deep Reef Fishes aquarium roils with hundreds of fish found on local reefs, and the smaller aquariums throughout the Dive feature brightly colored and charismatic Florida species. Immerse yourself in living ecosystems from the floor-to-ceiling windows, or use the pop-up bubble window in the Reef Fishes aquarium to get a fish-eye view of the world below the surface. Jet to the other side of the world in the Ocean Gallery to experience the biodiversity of the Pacific’s Great Barrier Reef to complete your exploration.
