MONTEREY – As marine biology students and teachers, the braintrust that would later become founders of the Monterey Bay Aquarium were well acquainted with aquariums and zoos around the world.

A giant aquarium containing a million litres of water in the lobby of the Radisson Blu in Berlin has burst, flooding the hotel and nearby streets. The "AquaDom" - home to 1,500 fish - is 15.85m ...

Aquariums, meanwhile, show you the most interesting creatures that live underwater or splash above it. At both, you can learn about diverse ecosystems, rare and endangered species, and how these ...

The Best Aquariums in the U.S. As they transport us to underwater landscapes, aquariums provide a soothing experience for many visitors. The dark rooms, lit by soft light emanating from the tanks ...

Whether a small, sterile bowl with a single forlorn fish sitting on a kitchen table or a large tank in a municipal aquarium, they are designed to keep fish in captivity for human enjoyment. Within ...