Kai came to TSA in 2006 as part of a cooperative dolphin program between accredited zoos and aquariums. Kai was born at Brookfield Zoo in October of 1994 and is currently the oldest living dolphin that was born at the zoo. Kai will be rejoining several resident dolphins, who he may remember from his 12 […]

On Feb. 4 and 5 of 2022, the Aquarium’s Wildlife Rescue team admitted 80 cold-stunned green sea turtles that were found in the shallow bay systems on the Laguna Madre. After just a couple of days, the cold-stunned sea turtles gradually recovered and achieved a healthy body temperature. By February 9, 73 of the 80 […]

Six-time Emmy Award winner John Holden visits the Texas State Aquarium to showcase TSA’s rescue efforts during the February cold-stunning event of 2021, as well as the Aquarium’s leadership in conservation and the Wildlife Rescue Program.

Ready for a Spring Break trip to the Aquarium? We’ve got your back with tips to help you plan ahead, from seeing our new 4D film Turtle Odyssey 4D and added animal presentations throughout the day!

CORPUS CHRISTI, TX – The Texas State Aquarium released 73 of the 80 cold-stunned sea turtles that were admitted to the Aquarium over the weekends’ cold-stunning event. The remaining 7 sea turtles will stay for additional medical care until they are ready for their release. During the winter months, sea turtles are susceptible to being […]

During the winter months, sea turtles are susceptible to being “cold-stunned.” Sea turtles are cold-blooded and rely on heat from their environment to maintain body temperature. When water and air temperatures drop rapidly, they become lethargic and unable to swim due to the cold. Friday, February 4th, and Saturday, February 5th, the Aquarium’s Wildlife Rescue […]

Many thanks our partners in conservation: Texas SeaLife Center, National Park Service/Padre Island NS Division of Sea Turtle Science & Recovery, NOAA – National Marine Fisheries Service, and SeaWorld San Antonio.   To make room and hold our special guests, the Aquarium’s Ground Floor from Otter Creek to Ocelots will be temporality closed. Thank you […]

No matter the time of day, Aquarium staff continuously provides quality life support for all the animals that call the Aquarium their home. After the Aquarium closes its’ doors for the day, and the animal care day shift ends, another animal care team steps in, our night monitors. From sunset to sunrise, these monitors keep […]

The Texas State Aquarium (TSA) provides animal care around the clock for the 4,000 animals in its care.  Day and night, if an animal, exhibit, or support system needs attention, a dedicated animal care team is always on-site for maintenance and corrective action if needed.  No matter the time of day, Aquarium staff continuously provides […]

Texas State Aquarium members receive half-off admission at the Art Museum of South Texas, South Texas Botanical Gardens & Nature Center, Corpus Christi Museum of Science & History, and the USS Lexington Museum on the Bay. Members will also receive 10% discounts in all four gift shops, as well as a 10% discount on any new membership […]