Learn about coastal habitats and native marine life from LMC’s teaching scientists in the Brad & Joan Ingalls Outdoor Amphitheater! Come experience an ocean-inspired Discovery Show, which will teach you all about our local sea turtle and shark species. These family-friendly shows are interactive and involve real specimen for hands-on learning.
Coastal Habitats Discovery Show
Learn about LMC’s resident marine life and their coastal habitats while watching animal husbandry staff in action. Our educators and aquarists will bring you along as we feed the unique variety of fish found in our Gulf Stream, Mangrove, and Coral Reef coastal habitats.
Sea Turtle Discovery Show
Discover the sea turtle species of South Florida in this informative talk. Various captivating objects such as jaws, shells and preserved specimen will be used in this interactive introduction to marine turtles.
Shark Discovery Show
Generously supported by the Sharkey Family Foundation
Discover the real truth about sharks and their importance as an apex predator in our local ecosystems. Various captivating objects such as jaws and preserved specimen will be used in this interactive introduction to the shark species of South Florida. Visitors will leave with a new perspective on these misunderstood predators.
Coral Discovery Show
Explore South Florida’s coral reef ecosystems! In this informative talk we’ll be diving into the world of vibrant corals, learning about some of the common species you can see off our coast and the threats they face. See and touch firsthand some amazing coral biofacts and learn more about coral’s little algae friends.
Conservation Discovery Show
Dive into the world of marine conservation with this informative chat. Learn all about LMC’s conservation initiatives; Sea Turtle Protection Zone (STPZ), the Responsible Pier Initiative (RPI), and Pollution Prevention. We can’t wait to share with you how we’re making waves of change in our community!