Animals
Whether they’re finned or scaled, deep-sea swimmers or treetop dwellers, each one of the thousands of animals at the National Aquarium has a unique story to tell.
Harlequin Tuskfish (Choerodon fasciatus)
The stunning harlequin tuskfish usually has eight pairs of alternating orange, blue, and white bands on its body and prominent sharp, blue teeth.
Hermit Crabs (Decapoda)
Hermit crabs are surprisingly social creatures.
Horn Shark (Heterodontus francisci)
The horn shark gets its name from the short venomous "horn" in front of each of its dorsal fins.
Humphead Wrasse (Cheilinus undulates)
Is one of the largest fish found in coral reefs.
Hyacinth Macaw (Anodorhynchus hyacinthinus)
Hyacinth macaws are one of the largest species of parrot.
Irwin's Turtle (Elseya irwini)
This species was first discovered in the early 1990s by Steve Irwin, the late Crocodile Hunter, and his father, Bob Irwin.
Japanese Sea Nettle (Chrysaora pacifica)
This sea nettle can be found in the Pacific Ocean near Japan.
Johnston's Crocodile (Crocodylus johnstoni)
These crocodiles can move at speeds of up to 18 miles per hour.
Kemp's Ridley Sea Turtle (Lepidochelys kempii)
Kemp's ridleys are the world's most endangered sea turtle.