With half of our family in tow (visiting from NorCal), we spent the morning with Great Grandma, dined at our favorite Encinitas hot spot- The Fish Shop, and then headed back to La Jolla for fish and flying fun!
For those new to this La Jolla treasure, Birch Aquarium at Scripps is the public exploration center for the world-renowned Scripps Institution of Oceanography at University of California San Diego. It is also the perfect size for little ones not to get overwhelmed in. With 60 habitats of fishes and invertebrates from the cold waters of the Pacific Northwest to the tropical waters of Mexico and beyond, adults are entertained as well.My favorite species, here, are the Brainless Wonders... the jellyfish.I could gaze at them, mesmerized, for hours.Though the seahorse is pretty special, too. About 36 species of seahorses are currently known. They range in size from just over one-half inch to 12 inches long. Most seahorse species are between three and six inches long as adults. Seahorses propel themselves by using a small fin on their back that flutters up to 35 times per second. Even smaller pectoral fins located near the back of the head are used for steering.The biggest news in the history of Birch Aquarium is little … Little Blue Penguins, that is! This recent exhibit follows the world’s smallest penguins on their journey from hatchlings to adults, highlighting the challenges they face in a changing climate while celebrating the features that make Little Blues so unique and adorable.What fun to be there for a feeding.We ended our visit at the Tidepool Plaza. "Get hands-on with our living tide pools. Get up close and personal with sea stars, sea anemones, hermit crabs, sea cucumbers, lobsters, and other organisms that call the the rocky intertidal zone home. Tide Pool Plaza is also the location of some of the most spectacular ocean views in San Diego. Overlooking La Jolla and the Pacific Ocean, this stunning outdoor plaza is a great place for guests to enjoy the coastal breeze and take in panoramic ocean views."
Last stop was at the Torrey Pines Gliderport to ogle death defying feats (that's how I view it).Some questions just do not need to be answered! Fun, fun, day.posted under |
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2 comments:
The jelly fish and the seahorse are my favorite species at Birch, but I have not seen the penguins yet, so they will definitely be added to the list of favorites!
There are fabulous Aquarium all around the world. This is one of theirs.
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