Texas State Aquarium

YOUR SUPPORT helps us save Texas wildlife when they need it the most. ????? With GivingTuesday just around the corner on December 3rd, we need your help to raise $10,000 for critical wildlife conservation and resiliency efforts. Every dollar makes a difference! This week, two sea turtles were released back into the wild! Both had been in our care since the January cold stun event and are now fully recovered: ?? The smaller of the two, arrived with severe cold-stunning injuries but has made a full recovery. After months of rehabilitation, it was in perfect condition and ready to return to its home in the lake. ?? The larger turtle faced the added challenge of fibropapillomatosis and required surgery to remove tumors. After months of rehab and healing, it’s now strong, healthy, and ready to swim freely! We are incredibly grateful to have been part of their recovery journey. ? Why Your Support Matters When a wildlife crisis hits, we have to jump into action, but we can’t do this alone. As we brace for another potential cold-stunning season, your support this GivingTuesday is crucial. Together, we can ensure that we’re ready to rescue, rehabilitate, and release animals who need us most. Donate ?? https://bit.ly/3UJwJMd

The Aquarium’s Wildlife Rescue on the Road made its way over to Miller Metro Prep. ?? Thanks to Reliant’s continued support, dozens of students participated in hands-on activities and learned about the importance of wildlife conservation and minimizing human impact on coastal environments. ?? Our educators taught the students how the Aquarium’s Wildlife Rescue Program rescues, rehabilitates, and releases injured animals, and what they can do to help wildlife. This immersive, STEM-based program aims to instill the importance of advocating for the environment and understanding the significance of caring for wildlife. ???? Special thanks to Reliant Energy for their unwavering support. Book your program today! ?? https://bit.ly/49On1gz #wildlife #animalrescue #outreach #education #corpuschristitx #aquarium

Last week, I had the honor of addressing the Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission, where I expressed the Texas State Aquarium's gratitude for more than 35 years of partnership. This collaboration has been instrumental in advancing the Aquarium's wildlife rescue program and establishing the nation’s first emergency operations center dedicated to wildlife disasters: the Wildlife Response Operations Center (WROC). This unique center, a cooperative of eight state and federal agencies, is now recognized as the only one of its kind in the U.S., putting Texas at the forefront of wildlife disaster management. Recently, the WROC hosted the South Texas Coastal Zone Area Committee’s workshop and tabletop exercise, facilitated by Hess Corporation, the Texas General Land Office, and the U.S. Coast Guard. This event provided critical incident management training, including oil spill containment and recovery and wildlife rehabilitation, further strengthening Texas’ leadership in wildlife and coastal resilience.

Happy National STEM Day! ???? At the Texas State Aquarium, we're dedicated to inspiring the next generation of scientists, conservationists, and innovators through our exciting STEM programs. From SeaCamp, where campers dive into hands-on animal care and conservation, to AquaTeen Academy, where teens explore STEM careers and volunteer in real-world experiences, we offer unique opportunities that blend education, fun, and environmental stewardship. Thank you to Flint Hills Resources for being a committed presenting partner in advancing STEM education and supporting our mission to inspire the next generation of scientists, engineers, and environmental stewards. Your generous contribution continues to make a lasting impact on our programs and the students. ?? SeaCamp gives campers behind-the-scenes access, animal encounters, and the chance to learn critical conservation skills while connecting with our animal ambassadors. ?? ?? AquaTeen Academy invites teens to explore career paths in STEM while gaining practical experience at the aquarium. It’s the perfect way to discover your passion for science, technology, engineering, and math while making a positive impact! ? Our seasonal STEM programming will be back summer 2025! #NationalSTEMDay #aquarium #texas #texastodo #corpuschristitx #familytime #visittx

YOUR SUPPORT helps us save Texas wildlife when they need it the most. ???? GivingTuesday is just around the corner on December 3rd! Help us reach our goal of raising $10,000 to support our critical wildlife conservation and resiliency efforts. Every dollar makes an impact! This past January, our Wildlife Rescue team sprang into action when a severe cold front brought in 323 rescued green sea turtles into the Port Corpus Christi Center for Wildlife Rescue at the Texas State Aquarium. When there is a sudden and drastic temperature drop in our waters, sea turtles will fall victim to cold-stunning. Many were left lethargic and unable to swim, facing health issues like pneumonia. Thanks to the tireless efforts of our team and partners, each turtle was assessed and promptly treated. These rescued sea turtles have been rehabilitated and deemed ready for release back into their natural habitat, with three still under the care of our veterinary team. ?Why Your Support Matters When a wildlife crisis hits, we have to jump into action, but we can’t do this alone. As we brace for another potential cold-stunning season, your support this GivingTuesday is crucial. Together, we can ensure that we’re ready to rescue, rehabilitate, and release animals who need us most. Donate ?? https://bit.ly/3UJwJMd

We are proud to be part of the Texas Gulf Coast's work in endangered sea turtle resiliency and conservation efforts. It's an honor to share our dedication to wildlife protection with other committed conservationists.

The Texas State Aquarium is grateful to have the generous support of Corporate Partners in our community. We appreciate Rally Credit Union's long-standing commitment to our mission and are honored they chose the Aquarium as the venue for their off-site retreat today.

??October may be Breast Cancer Awareness Month, but Kimani is here to remind you that every month is a good time to stay vigilant and prioritize your health check-ups. Make sure to send this to someone you love as a reminder to schedule regular breast exams and take the time to educate yourself about the risks and warning signs of breast cancer. We honor and support the survivors, fighters, and warriors who have been affected by breast cancer. Awareness doesn’t end with October—let’s keep it going all year long! ?? Wildlife Care Team ??

?? We have been nominated for 2024 Hospitality Awards! ?? We’re thrilled to announce that our amazing Curator of Marine Mammals, Erin Longoria, and our Snorkel with a Shark Exclusive Encounter have been nominated as Top 3 finalists for the Visit Corpus Christi 2024 Hospitality Awards at the State of Tourism Gala!?? ?? Heart of House - Erin Longoria, Curator of Marine Mammals ?? Experience of the Year - Snorkel with the Shark at the Texas State Aquarium Get to know Erin: ???? "I have been at the Aquarium for over 6 years and have worked with marine mammals for almost 10 years. I love that I get to care for a variety of species, including otters, dolphins, and ocelots. It’s very rewarding to come into work every day and build individual relationships with these incredible animals. I also enjoy interacting with guests and teaching them all about the aquarium and the animals we care for!" - Erin L. Vote today! https://bit.ly/3zLkOq7 ??? Voting closes at the end of October, so hurry!

Yesterday, the Wildlife Response Operations Center (WROC) and the Texas State Aquarium's Office of Emergency Management hosted a Harmful Algal Bloom (HAB) Seminar for the State of Texas, along with our partners from Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, Texas Department of State Health Services, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi Harte Research Institute for Gulf of Mexico Studies. We appreciate State Representative Todd Hunter for taking the time to attend and highlight the importance of these coastal issues. ? The seminar aimed to provide key insights on: - Texas HAB monitoring and response activities - Agency authorities and stakeholder responsibilities during a HAB event - Effective communication methods focused on Texas' coastal environment - Wildlife rehabilitation organizations' roles and capabilities during a HAB event A big thank you to our partners for coming together to collaborate on such an impactful topic to our region.