Ready to get up close and personal with sharks without swimming in the ocean?
The Connecticut Science Center‘s new Sharks exhibition is now open, according to the center, which “plunges guests into the hidden world of one of the planet’s oldest and most captivating creatures.”
“Developed by the American Museum of Natural History, Sharks invites visitors of all ages to explore a realm where massive predators glide silently, senses extend beyond human perception, and survival has been refined over hundreds of millions of years,” according to the Connecticut Science Center.
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“Sharks have always captured our imagination, but what lies beneath the surface is far more fascinating than fear,” said Matt Fleury, President and CEO at the Connecticut Science Center. “This exhibition brings that reality to life. It shows how powerful these animals are, how essential they are to ocean ecosystems, and why they deserve our respect. Visitors will leave with a completely different perspective.”
“From the moment visitors enter, they are immersed in an underwater environment surrounded by lifelike shark models, light, motion, and sound,” the Connecticut Science Center went on to say. “Featuring dozens of full-scale models ranging from a few inches to more than 30 feet long, the exhibition showcases the remarkable diversity of sharks, from the iconic great white to the bioluminescent dwarf lanternshark. This exhibition moves beyond fear and focuses on discovery.”
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Guests can look forward to “immersive media, fossil evidence, and interactive experiences that highlight ancient species, modern predators, and the extraordinary adaptations that define them,” according to the Connecticut Science Center. “Visitors can encounter the massive jaws of the prehistoric megalodon, examine how sharks detect prey using highly specialized senses, and discover species that glow in the dark or migrate thousands of miles each year.”
“Our partnership with the Connecticut Science Center reflects a shared commitment to education, conservation, and community engagement,” said Rodney A. Butler, chairman of the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation.
“The Science Center does extraordinary work to inspire curiosity and learning across our state, and we are proud to support its mission. Exhibitions like this help people of all ages better understand the interconnectedness of our natural world and why these animals deserve both our respect and our protection.”