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A new chapter under water
The aquarium in AquaZoo's indoor experience is being completely renovated. The old habitat, which previously housed black pacus, no longer met the ambitions in terms of animal welfare, appearance, and educational value. With the renovation, AquaZoo is creating space for a modern aquarium that better suits the animals and the experience of our visitors.
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Why this renovation?
With this renovation, AquaZoo takes an important step towards a stronger and more cohesive indoor experience, with a focus on nature conservation, biodiversity, and education. The old aquarium no longer met the park's ambitions in terms of animal welfare, appearance, and education. The swimming space and presentation offered too few opportunities for an educational and attractive experience, while major technical maintenance was also needed for the framework and glass panels. Therefore, a completely new aquarium has been chosen, themed around Lake Tanganyika: a unique freshwater system that offers ample opportunities for a naturally designed habitat and an inspiring experience for visitors.
The new aquariums
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Tanganyika
Discover Lake Tanganyika soon, one of Africa's largest and oldest lakes. In this aquarium, you can see how colorful cichlids live among rocks, open water, and shelters. Some species live in groups, while others fiercely guard their own territory. By observing closely, you learn how environment and behavior are closely linked. A lively underwater world full of diversity and interaction.
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Mangrove
Soon step into the mangrove, a unique area where fresh and salt water meet. In this aquarium, you can see how trees live with their roots in the water and form shelters for fish and other animals. The water here constantly changes in composition and level. Animals living here are specially adapted to these conditions. A dynamic ecosystem where survival is all about adaptation.
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Relocation of the ray
After the departure of the pacus, it was the ray's turn this time. This special fish has seamlessly moved to its new home in Nausicaá in France, where it now swims calmly in its new habitat.
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Moving Pacu's
Before the renovation could begin, the fish from the aquarium first had to find a new home. Recently, we bid farewell to the pacus. These special fish have moved to Odense Zoo in Denmark. The move went well, and the pacus are now swimming around in their beautiful new habitat. This way, we are making room for the next step in the renewal.