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Enjoy a 45-minute introduction of America's Aquatic Treasures featuring more than 1,500 animals including alligators, sharks, and turtles.
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Experience a 3-hour showcase of more than 16,000 animals including sharks, birds, frogs, turtles, dolphins, and jellies.
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Enjoy a 45-minute introduction of America's Aquatic Treasures featuring more than 1,500 animals including alligators, sharks, and turtles.
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Wash, DC Calendar of Events

There's Always Something New and Exciting Happening at the National Aquarium, Washington, DC!

Activities and events are subject to change without notice. Please review the daily schedule once you arrive onsite.

WATERblog - Animal Updates

Animal Updates – May 17 Posted 5/17/2013
Animal/Plant Updates – May 3 Posted 5/3/2013
Animal Updates – April 19 Posted 4/19/2013

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Events & Activities for Friday, March 8, 2013

Alligator Feeding

Friday, March 8, 2013, 2:00 PM

Watch an alligator feeding, and learn how aquarists use target-training techniques to train animal behaviors.

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