Blue Reef Aquarium, Clarence Esplanade, Southsea, Portsmouth, United Kingdom
0239 2875222
Blue Reef Aquarium Portsmouth can be found on Clarence Esplanade in Southsea. More than 50 living displays bring the wonders of the aquatic world to life.
On a visit, you can enjoy close encounters with sharks and rays, and meet the resident family of otters in their riverside home. Come face to face with amphibians such as poison dart frogs and iguanas. Informative talks and feeding demonstrations add to the experience, whatever the weather.
At the aquarium’s heart is the giant ocean tank where an underwater tunnel offers close encounters with puffer fish, triggerfish and hundreds of vibrant tropical fish amind a recreated coral reef.
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Blue Reef Aquarium Portsmouth
Blue Reef Aquarium, Clarence Esplanade, Southsea, Portsmouth, United Kingdom
Blue Reef Aquarium Portsmouth can be found on Clarence Esplanade in Southsea. At the aquarium’s heart is the giant ocean tank where an underwater tunnel offers close encounters with puffer fish, triggerfish and hundreds of vibrant tropical fish amind a recreated coral reef.
Wildlife you might see at Blue Reef Aquarium Portsmouth
Southern Stingray
Normally found in tropical and subtropical waters of the Western Atlantic Ocean. It has a bard on its tail which…
Asian Short-Clawed Otter
Lives in swamps and wetlands. Its paws are a distinctive feature, its claws not extending beyond the fleshy end pads…
Crested Horn Shark
Uncommon species of bullhead shark occurring off eastern Australia. Nocturnal and bottom-dwelling, they favour rocky reefs and vegetated areas, hunting…
Zebra Shark
Species of nocturnal carpet shark found in the tropical Indo-Pacific, frequenting coral reefs and sandy flats. Adults have a distinctive…
Family and group offers at Blue Reef Aquarium Portsmouth
Families
Family of 4 (2 Standard and 2 Junior) ticket available.
Groups
For an additional charge, aquarists can provide a guided tour.