Have to start this thread with some sad news. "Nuka" a 31yr old Hawaiian monk seal has been euthanized, leaving only one animal in the collection. The aquarium had been offered a wild male seal, that was killing pups in the wild, but seem to have turned down the offer. Waikiki Aquarium euthanizes 'resident' monk seal - Hawaii News Now - KGMB and KHNL Home
A new male Hawaiian monk seal is currently in quarantine at the aquarium after being rescued, he will be a permanent resident at the aquarium. Hawaiian monk seal returns to islands from Calif. - San Jose Mercury News
2022 News: On January 18th, it was reported that the University of Hawaii is seeking $85 million in capital improvements which, among other things, $11.5 million will go to upgrades of the aquarium's wastewater system. The University Of Hawaii Asks Legislators For An Additional $75 Million On June 13th, the aquarium announced that they had a successful egg transfer in their weedy seadragon exhibit, marking the first time it was observed at the facility. Log into Facebook On June 22nd, the aquarium announced that its (0.0.1) giant clam passed away at around 40+ years of age from natural causes on June 21st. Log into Facebook On August 25th, it was reported that a promenade behind the aquarium has suffered structural damage as there is a hole in the seawall. Renovations on the walkway won't start until late 2023, with no mention of how much it will cost. Popular Waikiki promenade remains closed amid structural concerns On September 1st, the aquarium announced the name of its (1.0) zebra shark, Boba Feta. Zebra Shark Name Reveal! - Waikiki Aquarium | By Waikiki Aquarium On September 27th, the aquarium announced they acquired a (0.0.1) juvenile frogfish (Antennariidae sp.) which is now on exhibit. Have you seen our new additions the juvenile frogfish? FISHing you a Happy Aloha Tuesday | By Waikiki Aquarium | Facebook
On November 19th, the aquarium announced that a (0.0.1) weedy seadragon was hatched, marking the first time in the facility's history to successfully breed the species. 登录或注册即可查看
Spoiler: Rehabilitation News On April 21st, 2023, the aquarium announced they released (0.0.50) striped mullets into the wild. In celebration of Earth Day, the... - Waikiki Aquarium On March 3rd, 2023, it was reported that the aquarium acquired (0.0.40) clams of 6 different species from the Federated States of Micronesia National Aquaculture Centre in the Federated States of Micronesia. It was also reported that their coral farm will be converted into an aquaculture exhibit, which will open in September. https://www.khon2.com/local-news/waikiki-aquarium-receives-clammy-international-gift/ On July 19th, the aquarium announced that they opened a new exhibit about trash (aka plastic bags in water). New Plastic Free July Exhibit! | Waikiki Aquarium | Waikiki Aquarium · 原声
