Living on the east coast of Florida gives us fantastic opportunities to view a diverse estuary of marine animals and plants. Earlier this week, Eben and I spent the day exploring the Smithsonian Marine Station in Fort Pierce, Florida.
The Smithsonian Marine Station does an amazing job researching Florida’s marine biodiversity and ecosystems. They have a strong focus on education, training and public service. We found the Ecosystems Exhibit to be fascinating – it includes six different Florida marine habitats and allows visitors to view the complexity and importance of these delicate ecosystems. Eben really enjoyed the touch tank and viewing the large Caribbean coral reef through a large magnifying glass.
Eben loved the large Caribbean coral reef, seagrass, and mangrove habitats. We had a great time, exploring the touch tank, where we stuck our fingers into small holes allowing Peppermint Shrimp to give our fingernails a good cleaning. (It tickles)
We enjoyed observing the jellyfish, box fish, baby sharks and other fish up close and personal. It was a great way to spend the day together, while learning more about our wonderful ocean life.
Smithsonian Marine Station
420 Seaway Drive, Fort Pierce, Florida 34949
772.462.6220
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