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While every animal at the Aquarium helps to educate the public on their wild counterparts, there are some with that specific job! These animals, called ambassador animals, do not have a public facing habitat but instead help educate the public on their wild counterparts through presentations and amphitheater talks.
Our roster of Ambassadors is ever growing! Currently the Aquarium has “Jackson” and “Palmer” the striped skunks, “Pip” the pelican, “Wilson” the barn owl, “Link” the western pond turtle, “Adrienne” the garter snake, “Rocky” the rubber boa, painted turtle “Smudge”, the American kestrel “Hazel”, and banana slugs “Bug” and “Oak.”
For the most current Ambassador Animal presentation schedule, location, and more, visit our hours page.
Part of the care for our animals is helped by you! Donations, animal adoptions, donated enrichment items, and more all help to make a huge impact in our animals’ day to day lives.
Since opening in 1992, the Oregon Coast Aquarium has been a premier attraction on Oregon’s central coast and an enduring advocate for the health of our ocean. For over three decades this 501(c)3 non-profit organization has supported marine wildlife and fostered environmental stewardship through its education programs, community partnerships, and rehabilitation efforts. Accredited by the Association of Zoos & Aquariums, the Oregon Coast Aquarium is consistently ranked as one of the top 10 aquariums in the U.S., providing visitors with opportunities to connect with 15,000 animals spanning 300 different species. The Oregon Coast Aquarium is located at 2820 S.E. Ferry Slip Rd., Newport, OR. Learn more about the Oregon Coast Aquarium and its vital work at aquarium.org, 541-867-3474. Follow us on Facebook or Twitter for the latest updates.
