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Agos(Flow) Begin your journey with a trek through a jungle! Marvel as you see water cascading from a simulated waterfall that also flows into 8 different water tanks, each containing an intriguing collection of freshwater fauna. This flow replicates the water cycle that begins on land and eventually leads to the open ocean, highlighting the interconnectedness between earth and sea. The rocky shoreline is represented by the Dalampasigan pool where one can physically interact with some of the animals on display.
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Bahura(Coral Reef) The Philippines is known as the “center of the center of marine biodiversity”. Bahura contains 46 tanks that draw attention to the fascinating assortment of coral reef inhabitants. Be mesmerized by the multiple hues and diverse life forms that can be found in our country’s reefs. |
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Laot(Fishing Ground) Four large tanks display a collection of marine fish from the open sea that are often utilized as food. These impressive aquariums, as well as their outsized inhabitants, are definitely a sight to behold. |
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Buhay na Karagatan(The Living Ocean) Experience the life aquatic! Enjoy a breathtaking 25-meter walk along an underwater tunnel and experience how marine animals interact with each other in their natural habitat. This attraction, the centerpiece of the Oceanarium, provides an unmatched and truly remarkable encounter with the explosive richness of the underwater world. |
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Ang Kalaliman(The Deep) Ang Kalaliman’s resident fish are the jacks - well-known among anglers for the spectacular fights they put up when hooked on fishing line. Fishing is not allowed in Manila Ocean Park; however, it is perfectly okay to gaze at these sleek animals for long periods of time. |
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Pagi (Stingrays) Watch as stingrays from many different species glide from above as you stand beneath this unique overhanging tank. Distant relatives of sharks, stingrays often evoke a mix of emotions such as fear, awe, and fascination.
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Pating(Sharks) The Philippines is home to several shark species. Though they are often depicted as savage man-eaters, most sharks would prefer to avoid rather than approach people. At the Pating tank, neither sharks nor people have to be afraid of one another; in fact, we invite everyone to come see these magnificent creatures, and observe how these large carnivorous fish aren’t really scary after all.
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