New York AquariumThe city's only aquarium, with over 8,000 animals, in Coney Island
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See the daily sea lion show, sharks, walruses, penguins and much more. For all ages; handicapped-accessible. Situated on 14 acres by the sea in Coney Island, the New York Aquarium is home to over 350 species of aquatic wildlife and over 8,000 specimens, including the oldest shark in any aquarium in the world. Originally situated in The Battery, the aquarium moved to its present site in Coney Island 50 years ago. The aquarium pursues its mission to raise public awareness about issues facing the ocean and its inhabitants with special exhibits, public events and research. |