Irukandji Shark & Ray Encounters in Anna Bay, New South Wales | Aquarium

Irukandji Shark & Ray Encounters

Locality: Anna Bay, New South Wales

Phone: +61 2 4982 2476

Address: 2 Jessie Rd 2316 Anna Bay, NSW, Australia

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

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25.01.2022 #alwayswasalwayswillbe #NAIDOC2020 We are taking this opportunity during NAIDOC week to show our continual respect and appreciation for the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and the oldest continuing culture in the world. Many of you may know that we are named after the Irukandji jellyfish, a highly venomous and potentially deadly jellyfish from the waters of North Queensland. But what is the Irukandji jellyfish named after? Irukandji country is found in Far Nor...th Queensland, now known as Yirrganydji. In 1952, while studying the jellyfish, scientist Dr Hugo Flecker explained "It is the name of an aboriginal tribe which formerly inhabited the coastal region between the Mowbray River to the north and the Trinity Inlet around Cairns to the south. Most of the recorded victims were stung in this region (http://bioweb.uwlax.edu//s20/lyons_kels/classification.htm) More information about Yirrganydji culture and history can be found here https://www.cairns.qld.gov.au//first-people/culture-history This beautiful artwork by Mundejah depicts the Irukandji jellyfish story and was found here http://dawulwuru.com.au//0360/2666/Yirrganydji_Plan_Online See more

25.01.2022 It looked like she had already passed away when we rescued her.... so wonderful to see her beginning to flourish!

23.01.2022 These parents had a very creative way of convincing little Oliver to give up his dummies. This little shark lover decided to give them to the baby sharks! Here he is feeding the babies, and with his precious gift... Obviously we didn’t keep them and his Mum took them away to be disposed of responsibly but we were happy to play along. When it comes to parenting sometimes you gotta get creative! #babysharks #sharklovers #protectwhatyoulove #irukandji

22.01.2022 Hi! It’s Fish Fact Friday with keeper Bronte! She’s hanging out in the lagoon with some eagle rays and eastern fiddler rays. Can you see how differently they move through the water? #easternfiddlerray #eagleray #stingrayfacts #fishfacts #funfishfacts #elasmobranch #elasmobranchfacts #sharkconservation #irukandji

22.01.2022 For those of you that missed it- here's the Sydney Weekender episode that featured Irukandji and the beautiful Port Stephens. Our keeper Bronte, and all our animals were absolute stars! https://sydneyweekender.com.au/sunrise-port-stephens/ Please let us know what you think

20.01.2022 #alwayswasalwayswillbe #NAIDOC2020 Further to our NAIDOC week celebrations here at Irukandji, we recommend checking out this video put together by the team at Worimi Conservation Lands which explains the importance of these lands in their culture. "The most visible cultural material present in the WCL is the extensive shell deposits called middens. These sites are dominated by pipi shell and some also contain mud whelk and cockle shells. Middens can also contain stone artefacts from tool making and bird, fish and animal bone" (https://worimiconservationlands.com/cultural-sites-2/) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9zWWD-OT9kA&feature=youtu.be

19.01.2022 There’s nothing like bonding with your kids over nature! Every moment they spend with wildlife enhances their awareness and enjoyment for the natural world. We hope the next generation have such an appreciation for wildlife that conserving the environment becomes a global priority. #saveouroceans #sharkconservation #oceanconservation #sharkappreciation #aquarium #irukandji #protectwhatyoulove

19.01.2022 Goodbye Duke, our lone little surviving ray

19.01.2022 Find links to these awesome programs always on our website! Go Planet Warrior!

18.01.2022 Oh how much we love our sandy beaches of the lagoons! Irukandji just had our birthday~ 6 years We have finally build our dream and now get to watch the animals flourishing in the happy natural habitat with rocky outcrops, sand, sea grasses and natural hides. It’s already amazing and we have more to come Irukandji is so proud of what we have achieved and as a small family business how we have managed to always put the animals first no matter what

18.01.2022 A new life member in #sharkconservation ~ welcome Billie, you are amazing

17.01.2022 Here is a funny looking sea snake in Port Stepehens Lucky the boat came along to pick this python up

17.01.2022 Oh hi Rascal! Here he is hanging out with Keeper Kelly for Fish Fact Friday. Do you know how big he can grow to? #funfishfacts #fishfactfriday #irukandji #smoothray #australianmarinelife #portstephens #incrediblebynature #sharkconservation

17.01.2022 ~~Something magical is heading to Irukandji~~ Keep an eye out for the mermazing details here soon! #irukandji #portstephens #incrediblebynature

14.01.2022 Introducing Caitlin to the Irukandji team! Please make her feel welcome as she presents her first ever Fish Fact Friday all about coral! #newbie #irukandji #coralfacts #fishfacts #oceanfacts #sharkconservation #saveourreefs

10.01.2022 Happy 2021! How good is it to see the end of 2020? We are starting the new year with a fun fact from the amazing @noahjgannon2000 Enjoy!! #fishfactfriday #irukandji #portstephens #sharkconservation #sharkfacts #sharklovers

10.01.2022 Tomorrow is a special day! Guess what it is... That’s right, it’s one of our baby sharks birthday! This sweet girl was born on Valentine’s Day last year which means she is now 1 year old! Look how big she is now compared to one of our younger babies! What shall we do to celebrate tomorrow?... #babyshark #brownbandedbambooshark #cuteshark #sharklovers #sharkconservation #irukandji #protectsharks #aquarium See more

06.01.2022 What’s this! A new feature is coming up soon! Get your questions ready and post them in the comments section so we can answer them on our new segment- ‘What’s Up Wednesday’ #irukandji #sharkfacts #sharkconservation #oceanfacts #oceanlovers #aquarium

06.01.2022 We were lucky enough to have NBN news here yesterday reporting on the opening of our brand new aquarium. Here's the link in case you missed it. We'd love to hear your thoughts!

05.01.2022 @sydneyweekender is airing the episode featuring Irukandji Shark & Ray encounters on the 22nd of November at 5.30pm on channel 7! Please watch and let us know what you think! #sydneyweekender #irukandji #sharkconservation #sharkencounters #portstephens

03.01.2022 It’s a very special day today... Miss Venus is one year old today! This sweet baby girl was born on Valentine’s Day last year and now look at her! She’s growing up happy and healthy Happy birthday Venus!

02.01.2022 Hey everyone! Just a quick reminder about our Covid policy and procedures to keep us all safe these holidays! COVID-19 UPDATE Irukandji Shark & Ray Encounters is located in regional NSW (not Greater Sydney) and we are operating under NSW laws for our region. These include: ... -limiting our numbers to accommodate for social distancing (1 person per 2sq metres in an outdoor venue) -requiring check-ins via the NSW Service app (or via our google forms for those who don't have the app) -checking locations of visitors to ensure they aren't located in a hotspot -recommending bookings for all visitors so we can track our numbers -offering hand sanitising and hand washing stations -sanitising our communal equipment like wetsuits and feeding sticks -masks are not compulsory when outdoors in regional NSW We are doing our best to keep offering a great experience for everyone whilst keeping our visitors safe, and we appreciate your patience and understanding as the situation continues to change. Have a great holiday season and we hope to see you soon! See more

01.01.2022 Hello shark lovers! It’s Fish Fact Friday and keeper Kat has some super cool facts about shark teeth for you all. Please enjoy! #sharkfacts #funfishfacts #sharklover #aquarium #portstephens #incrediblebynature

01.01.2022 There's some awesome photos here! Congratulations to the winners...