You’ll Never Want To Leave This Marvelous Aquarium In Oklahoma
The Oklahoma Aquarium sits on the Arkansas River in Jenks and features over 200 marine and aquatic animal exhibits. The aquarium is an all-indoor facility, so it’s the perfect family outing in every season. From sharks and stingrays to porcupine puffers and piranhas, there’s always something new to discover at this marvelous aquarium.
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The Oklahoma Aquarium is located at 300 South Aquarium Drive, Jenks, OK 74037.
The newest exhibit - Sea Turtle Island - just opened in March 2017 and features two 300-pound loggerhead sea turtles, reef sharks and lots of tropical fish. The Caribbean atmosphere is so fun and exotic.
The turtles live in a 64,000 gallon tank that features three levels for viewing - an underwater observation area, a midlevel view and a top level that overlooks the tank.
Another popular exhibit is the stingray feed and touch tank. Visitors can pet the smooth backs of these unique creatures, and feed them for an up-close and personal experience.
Oklahomans love the Hayes Family Ozark Stream Exhibit that takes you to the shores of northeastern Oklahoma, where you'll see native animals, such as river otters, beavers, raccoons and fish.
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Ashley has lived in Oklahoma for 25 years and is the Oklahoma staff writer for onlyinyourstate.com. When she isn't exploring Oklahoma, she enjoys visiting the beaches of California.
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