DISCOVER DAZZLING + DANGEROUS: VENOMOUS CREATURES
AT THE AQUARIUM OF THE PACIFIC

Lovely to look at but lethal to hold!

Aquarium to debut major exhibition on May 26 featuring the most dazzling & dangerous animals that lurk on land and in the ocean

WHAT: Where can you safely encounter the ocean’s most dangerous fish, the tiny but toxic blue-ringed octopus, the Gila monster, and more? At the Aquarium of the Pacific, you’ll discover these and other beautiful but dangerous animals that lurk in our ocean and on land through Dazzling + Dangerous: Venomous Creatures debuting May 26, 2006.

Some of the most captivating creatures are deadly. Unravel the truth behind the myths as you learn why venom is the weapon of choice for these animals. Meet some of the surprising faces behind the fangs, stingers, and spines of the most dazzling and dangerous animals from the ocean and Southern California. From lionfish and waspfish to fanged snakes and fuzzy spiders, get up close and learn why we should respect and protect these amazing creatures.

In addition to featuring a myriad of live creatures, the new exhibition will include interactive presentations, a film, a Passport Book guide and stamping stations, interactive displays, and exhibit signage for guests to learn more about these dazzling and dangerous animals and the importance of protecting them and their habitats.

WHEN: Public Opening: Friday, May 26, 2006 through Saturday, March 31, 2007

WHERE: Aquarium of the Pacific, 100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach, CA 90802

COST: Included with general admission: $19.95 adult (12+); $16.95 senior (60+); $11.95 child (3-11); and free to children under 3 and Aquarium members

PUBLIC
INFO: (562) 590-3100 or on the Web at www.aquariumofpacific.org

AQUARIUM: The Aquarium of the Pacific, a nonprofit institution, celebrates our planet’s largest and most diverse body of water: the Pacific Ocean. Home to over 12,500 animals, the Aquarium is rated #2 Los Angeles area Family Destination in the latest Zagat U.S. Family Travel Guide. Open daily from 9 a.m.-6 p.m., except 12/25 and during the Long Beach Grand Prix in April. A world of discovery awaits people of all ages, backgrounds, and interests.