The STAR Center team received a Kemp's ridley with a significant shell wound yesterday from Waves, NC and reported to N.E.S.T. (Network for Endangered Sea Turtles) as having trouble diving. Many thanks, Sentara Albemarle Medical Center for your assistance in all cases like this!

The STAR Center team received a Kemp's ridley with a significant shell wound yesterday from Waves, NC and reported to N.E.S.T. (Network for... See More

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Have an otterly fantastic day! Did you know river otters can be found in fresh and brackish water here in the Outer Banks? Sometimes they visit the aquarium's Soundside Pier in the evening hours to forage for fish and crabs. Happy World Otter Day from Finn and Banks!

Have an otterly fantastic day! Did you know river otters can be found in fresh and brackish water here in the Outer Banks? Sometimes they visit... See More

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For the first day of Spring we are highlighting World Frog Day! Did you know tree frogs can be seen both inside and outside the aquarium? The spaces we create for pollinators also creates habitat for frogs, toads, and other native wildlife.

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Our Winter Carnival scheduled for this Saturday, January 29, has been postponed to Saturday, February 5. Our apologies for any inconvenience this may cause, but due to forecasted inclement weather, we want to make sure visitors and staff stay safe through this wintery storm!

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Winter Day Camps are are filling up! But there are still some spots open, so register today! Join the pirate's search for treasure, learn about mammals or become an aquarist for a day! Visit our website for more info and to register now.

Winter Day Camps are are filling up! But there are still some spots open, so register today! Join the pirate's search for treasure, learn... See More

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? Shake, shake, shake — The rattles, or buttons, at the end of a timber rattlesnake's tail are made of keratin. When threatened, the snake will shake the end of its tail, causing the buttons to press against each other, resulting in the distinct rattling sound. Most timber rattlesnakes are... See More

? Shake, shake, shake — The rattles, or buttons, at the end of a timber rattlesnake's tail are made of keratin. When threatened, the snake... See More

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