A Biology major concentrating in Ecology, Hailes is currently studying the effects of climate change within the ocean’s coral reef systems. Prior to this opportunity, Hailes was working alongside Dr. Shawn McCracken, studying climate change and the movement of birds in Ecuador. It all started with curiosity. “I remember in kindergarten when I first learned […]

Displaced from their nests due to high winds, and out of relief for a rehabilitation group inundated with wildlife, the Center for Wildlife Rescue was the first choice due to its significant capacity. The birds will remain under careful evaluation by the Wildlife Rescue Team. Mississippi Kites are hawk-like raptors known for their impressive migratory […]

A native Texan, Michael L. Griffin, commonly called “Griff”, earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice from Texas State University before enlisting in the Coast Guard. Stationed in New York, California, Virginia, Texas, Florida, Connecticut, Pennsylvania and Washington D.C. throughout his lifetime, Griffin has served various sectors and has a strong capability to adapt and […]

Texas State Aquarium’s President and CEO Jesse Gilbert speaks to Molly McCollum from The Weather Channel about the Aquarium’s preparations for Hurricane Beryl.

President and CEO Jesse Gilbert speaks to Molly McCollum about the Aquarium’s Wildlife Response Operations preparations in anticipation of Hurricane Beryl.

Over the weekend, Texas State Aquarium officials received notice from Houston’s Wildlife Center of Texas regarding the need to intake injured birds due to reaching capacity. The Mississippi Kite fledglings were admitted into the rescue program and will remain under the careful evaluation of the Wildlife Rescue Team. The birds are being hand-fed twice a […]

Recent weather updates indicate that Hurricane Beryl’s forecast has shifted eastward since late last night. This trend has continued throughout the morning, and our area will not experience hurricane conditions or significant storm surge.  “We are relieved and excited to welcome our visitors back to the Aquarium,” said Jesse Gilbert, President and CEO at the […]

The Aquarium has activated its Emergency Operations Center, staffed by essential personnel including animal care specialists, water quality experts, and operations staff. These dedicated team members will remain onsite to ensure the safety and well-being of the over 300 species that call the Aquarium home and to maintain critical life support systems and habitats. Additionally, […]

There are plenty of ways to celebrate Shark Week with the resident sharks at the Aquarium. Below are some of the shark experiences that visitors can enjoy.

While North Beach has some road closures due to flooding, there is another way you can safely get here: Coming from Corpus Christi: If you are coming northbound from Corpus Christi, please take the second exit to North Beach (Beach Street) and exit by Whataburger. Take a left on Beach Ave., take a left on […]