Cairns Aquarium in Cairns, Queensland, Australia | Landmark & historical place

Cairns Aquarium

Locality: Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Phone: +61 7 4044 7300

Address: 5 Florence St Cairns 4870 Cairns, QLD, Australia

Website: http://www.cairnsaquarium.com.au/

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25.01.2022 AQUARIUM BY TWILIGHT Due to popular demand, our Aquarium by Twilight is now available with a drink & appetiser option!* Enjoy an array of exclusive features including:... Exclusive after hours entry to Cairns Aquarium Pre-tour drink & canapé 2 Hour Ecologist guided tour Learn how animals behaviour changes from day to night Come face to face with sharks, rays, groupers & more! For only $75 per adult, it’s the perfect way to round off your weekend! Book online now www.cairnsaquarium.com.au *Main meal and dessert not included in this package. Dundee’s Restaurant are not open for dinner service on Sundays

25.01.2022 Who knows who this guy is?! Or gal? Did you know that the Humphead Maori Wrasse can change its gender? They are known as Protogynous Hermaphrodites and are born with both male & female sex organs Come and say hello to our resident Humphead Wrasse, Percy ... www.cairnsaquarium.com.au David Clode

25.01.2022 DANGERS OF THE REEF Pictured here is the Black-botched Porcupinefish and if you see him out at the reef, beware In case of danger, these guys can inflate themselves by swallowing water in efforts to deter a potential predator with its larger volume and raises its spines defensively.... These fish concentrates a poison called tetrodotoxin in certain parts of its body which is a powerful neurotoxin which can seriously harm humans Come and learn more! www.cairnsaquarium.com.au Aquanut Cameron Martin

24.01.2022 It’s getting creepy here at Cairns Aquarium! Come and say hello to some of our cooky team and remember to dress up in your spookiest outfit for a prize Locals save 25% on General Admission!*... Aquarist Ili *Valid local ID must be presented to receive local discount

24.01.2022 We are turning 3! Come and celebrate with us this weekend! There will be the Cairns Aquarium mermaids, King & Queen Neptune stilt walkers & prizes for best dressed mermaid or sea creature! ... Locals save 25% when local ID shown at admissions. Saturday & Sunday 10am-3pm Hope to sea you all there

23.01.2022 Looking for something to do this weekend?! Then look no further Come and celebrate our 3rd birthday all weekend! There will be mermaids, stilt walkers and prize giveaways ... Hope to sea you all there! Open 10am-3pm 25% discount for locals

23.01.2022 We would like to say a massive THANK YOU to all of our Facebook fans for liking our page and interacting with us - we love all 20,000 of you Make sure you follow us over on Instagram too, and get even more fish on your feed @cairns_aquarium ... Have a great weekend everybody! From the Cairns Aquarium team

23.01.2022 On the move! This guy here is one of our resident Rusty Monitors and they are found in Queensland coastal areas. They can grow up to about 60cm and were once regarded rare, however the wild population has now started to flourish ... Come and say hello! www.cairnsaquarium.com.au

22.01.2022 Who says we can’t start getting into the festive season in November?! Cairns Aquarium Gift Cards are now available to purchase both online or in person to save that last minute Christmas shopping stress! Give the gift that keeps on giving and purchase an annual pass, or why not get that funny uncle something to talk about with our Dive with the Sharks! ... There’s something for everybody at Cairns Aquarium! Purchase online www.cairnsaquarium.com.au

22.01.2022 WORK AT CAIRNS AQUARIUM We are currently on the hunt for a Weekend Reservations Coordinator to join our energised and passionate team! If you think you have what it takes, head to the ‘About’ section on our website for further information ... www.cairnsaquarium.com.au

22.01.2022 Check out these little munchkins Here are some of our juvenile salt water crocs having a bit of a bath and drink in some fresh water! It’s definitely starting to heat up here in Cairns but rest assured, we are fully air-conditioned to make your day extra comfortable ... www.cairnsaquarium.com.au @j0emack

22.01.2022 Always swimming at Cairns Aquarium! How cool is this time-lapse video taken by a customer?! Shot in our Oceanarium, this tank is home to reef sharks, rays, groupers and more! Come see for yourself!... www.cairnsaquarium.com.au @johnhalemedia

22.01.2022 Want to try something new? Feel like living life to the fullest? Then we have just the thing for you At Cairns Aquarium, you can dive the sharks! Yes you read correctly - DIVING WITH SHARKS Come face to face with reef sharks, rays, groupers and so much more in our massive Oceanarium tank! ... Book online now at www.cairnsaquarium.com.au (Medical clearance required. Minimum age 14 years. See our website for further information).

21.01.2022 WORK AT CAIRNS AQUARIUM We are on the hunt for an experienced Front of House Guest Services Assistant to join our exciting passionate, enthusiastic team working part time. If this interests you, head to the ‘About’ section on our website for more details and to apply!... www.cairnsaquarium.com.au David Clode

21.01.2022 Have you gone through our Turtle Tunnel? It’s the perfect place to get right up close to a variety of fresh water turtles such as our Jardine River Turtles, Stirling’s Snapping Turtles and even the oh-so cute Pig-Nosed Turtle Come check it out for yourself!... Book tickets online www.cairnsaquarium.com.au Sharnie Page (Facebook)

19.01.2022 Have you been to our Marine Touch Tank? Here is one of awesome presenters Christine, talking about the variety of different creatures inside our touch tank including sea stars, sea cucumbers & Epaulette Sharks! Come say hello!... www.cairnsaquarium.com.au @han_and_her_4_men

19.01.2022 Stuck as to what to do for dinner? Want to do something new and exciting? Then Aquarium by Twilight is for you Enjoy exclusive after hours entry to Cairns Aquarium with a VIP Ecologist guided tour & learn how animals behaviour adapt from day to night ... After the tour, enjoy a drink & appetiser served in the famous Oceanarium room with 360 views of sharks, rays, groupers and more Finish off with a main & dessert served in Dundee's at the Cairns Aquarium while you enjoy the stunning sea life backdrop Book online today! www.cairnsaquarium.com.au

18.01.2022 With all the rain we have had lately, I bet you wish you could do some sun baking like one of our Juvenile Crocodiles At Cairns Aquarium, we are home to over 16,000 different creatures that are all found within the FNQ region - that’s what makes us so special! Come and check it out for yourself ... www.cairnsaquarium.com.au

15.01.2022 I spy with my little eye, something beginning with S Hands up how many people have seen these guys before?! This is the common tree snake, and they are found primarily in North QLD and eastern Australia. Did you know that these non-venomous snakes can grow up to 2m and range in colours from greenish-yellow, brownish-green and even a rare form of blue like this beauty? ... Come and ssssssssee for yourself today! www.cairnsaquarium.com.au

15.01.2022 NOW AVAILABLE SUNDAYS Due to popular demand, our Aquarium by Twilight is now available on Sundays!* Enjoy an array of exclusive featured including:... Exclusive after hours entry to Cairns Aquarium Pre-tour drink & canapé 2 Hour Ecologist guided tour Learn how animals behaviour changes from day to night Come face to face with sharks, rays, groupers & more! For only $89 per adult, it’s the perfect way to round off your weekend! Book online now www.cairnsaquarium.com.au *Main meal and dessert not included in this package. Dundee’s Restaurant are not open for dinner service on Sundays.

15.01.2022 Hands up if you could just sit and watch this all day! Can you guess how many different species of fish in this video? Extra points if you can name them all We are home to over 16,000 different animals including fish, snakes, sharks, lizards, rays and so much more! All of which are found in Tropical North Queensland ... Come and count them all! www.cairnsaquarium.com.au @matildabishop

15.01.2022 Reptile Awareness Day We love reptiles of all different colours, shapes and number of legs! Reptiles play a vital role in our natural environment and need to be protected Swipe to see some beautiful reptiles that live here at Cairns Aquarium including snakes, lizards & crocs! ... www.cairnsaquarium.com.au Aquanut Cameron Martin

15.01.2022 Take a second and just breathe Here’s an awesome shot of one of our Jardine River Turtles taking in some O2! Did you know that these beautiful turtles were believed to be locally extinct in 1996 but was rediscovered in 2014?! They are primarily found in Far North Queensland but can also be found in areas of Papa New Guinea.... Come say hello www.cairnsaquarium.com.au @astrid.vis

14.01.2022 We love seeing your pics! Make sure you tag @cairns_aquarium or #cairnsaquarium in your post for a chance to be featured on our social media! Book tickets online... www.cairnsaquarium.com.au @the_thrifty_travellers

14.01.2022 DANGERS OF THE REEF Honeycomb moray eels are one of the oceans slimy and feisty carnivores, feasting on small fish, mollusks, octopus and invertebrates This type of eel is the second largest of all moray species and can reach a maximum of 3m in length & weigh approximately 29kg ... Come spot them for yourself at Cairns Aquarium www.cairnsaquarium.com.au

14.01.2022 Time to get spooky We will be open this Halloween for some trick or treating fun! There will be giveaways for every child dressed up in their halloween costumes Locals save 25% on General Admission!*... www.cairnsaquarium.com.au *Must present valid local ID on the day to receive discount

14.01.2022 Listen up locals Check out this awesome special with Cairns Aquarium and KUR-Cow Barnwell Farm! Head to www.kurcowfarm.com.au for more info!

14.01.2022 DANGERS OF THE REEF This guy right here is the most venomous fish in the whole world... The almighty Stonefish!... Covered in encrusted brown or grey skin with yellow, orange and red patches, the stonefish has the capability to camouflage very well with their surrounding environment and are often mistaken for a stone or part of a coral reef Once stepped on or touched, their venom sacs are activated and is released through their 13 spines - able to kill a fully grown human in only 2 hours. Come and see one for yourself (safely of course) at Cairns Aquarium today! www.cairnsaquarium.com.au @thebreezesontour

13.01.2022 Monday already?! As the forecast continues to predict rain for the rest of the week, why not visit Cairns Aquarium? We are fully air-conditioned, have free WiFi and are perfect for all ages! ... Book tickets online www.cairnsaquarium.com.au @astrid.vis

13.01.2022 We love seeing your pics! Make sure you tag @cairns_aquarium or #cairnsaquarium in your post for a chance to be featured on our social media! Book tickets online... www.cairnsaquarium.com.au @the_thrifty_travellers

13.01.2022 Say hello to Ziggy our Largetooth Sawfish! Sawfish get their name from their saw-like appendage which is referred to as a Rostrum. This is a long flattened, extension of their skeleton with rows of sharp tooth-like scales along both edges. Sawfish use their rostrum to catch and detect their prey, as well as to defend themselves from predators Unfortunately, these animals are critically endangered, with less than 10% of their natural population left in the wild. Northe...rn Australia represents one of the last few locations of remaining populations in the world, and here at Cairns Aquarium our staff are working hard to spread awareness along with much needed research which we hope will help protect these unique animals in the wild. Come and learn more today! www.cairnsaquarium.com.au David Clode

12.01.2022 Just a Mamma checking on her babies Can you spot all the little eggs? Come and see them for yourself today!... www.cairnsaquarium.com.au David Clode

11.01.2022 If two’s company & three’s a crowd, then what’s five?! Our adorable seahorses love ‘hanging’ out together! Have you seen them before? Come & visit them today!... www.cairnsaquarium.com.au See more

11.01.2022 Who knows who this guy is?! Or gal? Did you know that the Humphead Maori Wrasse can change its gender? They are known as Protogynous Hermaphrodites and are born with both male & female sex organs Come and say hello to our resident Humphead Wrasse, Percy ... www.cairnsaquarium.com.au David Clode

10.01.2022 Have you had a pic taken in front of our famous Deep Reef tank?! This is Australia’s deepest tank at 10m and is home to over 1300 different marine life inside! Come check it out!... www.cairnsaquarium.com.au @chrissy_maree_hanley

09.01.2022 The beautiful Cassowary These wonderful creatures play a HUGE role in the maintenance of our magnificent rainforests, hence their nickname Rainforest Gardeners! After eating fruit whole, their digestive system is gentle enough to keep the seeds intact. As the Cassowary roams the rainforest they disperse the seeds () into a new area of the rainforest in their own special fertiliser formula! ... Come and learn more about why we need to look after these gorgeous creatures www.cairnsaquarium.com.au @wanderingwilsons6

09.01.2022 Come along and celebrate our 3rd birthday this weekend! Open Saturday & Sunday 10am-3pm and 25% discount for locals Sea you there

09.01.2022 Is it just us, or does it look like one of our Blue-Spotted Rays has love heart eyes?! Did you know that Blue-Spotted Rays reproduce eggs that grow inside the mother’s body for a period of four months to a year and live rays are born shortly after hatching inside the mother?! www.cairnsaquarium.com.au ... An awesome snap from @lobeztar

09.01.2022 You can’t get much closer than this Did you know that there are over 800 species of Hermit Crabs worldwide, most of them being ocean dwellers (about a dozen semi-terrestrial species)?! Hermit Crabs are omnivorous scavengers which eat microscopic mussels and clams, bits of dead animals and macroalgae ... Come and catch a glimpse for yourself! www.cairnsaquarium.com.au David Clode

09.01.2022 WE ARE OPEN Come on down and spend your public holiday in the air-conditioned comfort of Cairns Aquarium Spot over 16,000 different animals including snakes, crocs, sharks, rays and so much more! ... Locals save 25% discount on General Admission (valid local ID required). Open 10am-3pm with last admission at 2pm! Sea you soon

08.01.2022 Sliding into the weekend like... It’s forecast to be another scorcher weekend here in Cairns, so why not escape the heat and enjoy hours in air-conditioned comfort at Cairns Aquarium Buy tickets online... www.cairnsaquarium.com.au @nerdykrystal

08.01.2022 Cairns Aquarium is the perfect place for kids (and adults) to learn all about the different ecosystems that make up Tropical North Queensland, including the Wet Tropics Rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef Learn about the continental shifts throughout history and how we ended up becoming Australia Come along and fill your brain with knowledge ... www.cairnsaquarium.com.au @fifo_family_adventures

08.01.2022 On the move! This guy here is one of our resident Rusty Monitors and they are found in Queensland coastal areas. They can grow up to about 60cm and were once regarded rare, however the wild population has now started to flourish ... Come and say hello! www.cairnsaquarium.com.au

07.01.2022 I bet you’ve never thought about getting married... UNDERWATER! Cairns Aquarium offers a magnificent backdrop for both proposals and weddings with rays, sharks and so much more gliding above you to make that moment just extra spectacular We have a variety of proposal and wedding packages and can cater to your requests ... Contact our friendly reservations team for more info! Email [email protected] @rowenawalkerphotography

07.01.2022 The beautiful Blue-Spotted Ray Did you know these lovely rays use electroreception to help locate prey, picking up on subtle temperature differences and electrical fields generated by other animals in the sand?! Female rays can have up to 7 babies per litter and the newborn rays display the distinctive blue spots right at birth ... Come check them out for yourself! www.cairnsaquarium.com.au @s.wong.photography

07.01.2022 Did you spot us on the news tonight? We had a chat to WIN News Cairns about how we are doing during these school holidays! Come and try our new Animal Scavenger Hunt ... www.cairnsaquarium.com.au See more

05.01.2022 How beautiful is this art created by @chrisosborne.art featuring one of our moray eels?! We love seeing your pics, so make sure you tag us @cairns_aquarium or #cairnsaquarium for a chance to have your post shared! www.cairnsaquarium.com.au

05.01.2022 For all our Victorian fans, check out who came to visit us today! It was an absolute pleasure to host these guys & glad they enjoyed their time at Cairns Aquarium

04.01.2022 We’re seeing stars Something you might not know about Sea Stars, is that that they eat their food inside out! When they capture prey, they have tiny suction cups to grab ahold of their food. Then their stomach exits their mouth to digest the food and reenters the body when they’re done eating You can come touch a sea star right here at Cairns Aquarium ... Book tickets online www.cairnsaquarium.com.au Aquarist Cameron Martin

04.01.2022 We love seeing your pics! Make sure you tag us @cairns_aquarium or #cairnsaquarium for a chance to be shared on our page! Buy tickets online... www.cairnsaquarium.com.au @nerdykrystal

04.01.2022 Sunday pictures. Feel free to tag & share :)

02.01.2022 You may have spotted us on the news again last night

02.01.2022 Saturday pictures. Feel free to tag & share :)

02.01.2022 Learn with Cairns Aquarium Did you know that we offer educational study group tours for all school year levels from Kindy to Tertiary?! Learn all about the ecosystems that make up Tropical North Queensland while getting up close and personal to over 16,000 different animals from across 71 habitats ... To find out more, contact our friendly Reservations team on [email protected] @everydaywithus_ www.cairnsaquarium.com.au

01.01.2022 On the weekend, we said ‘bon voyage’ to Kara, one of the rescued turtles who spent some time here at Cairns Aquarium So glad she is back in the ocean waters to live out the rest of her life Safe travels Kara

01.01.2022 Green is such a beautiful colour Pictured here is the beautifully vibrant Green Tree Python! Did you know that despite their name, they are actually born bright yellow or red?! When hunting, they sit on a branch and wait for their prey to walk below so they can strike quickly & sometimes wiggle the end of their tail as a lure ... Come check them out! www.cairnsaquarium.com.au @matildabishop