Closed Today

The Aquarium is closed today, Wednesday, October 15, due to a facilities-related issue. Unfortunately, we are unable to welcome guests while we resolve this situation. Please check back here for any impact to opening hours for Thursday, October 16.

Wallpaper Wednesdays: Pausing to Appreciate Hummingbirds

The first Saturday of September is National Hummingbird Day!

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Freshen up your home screen with our one-of-a-kind wallpaper featuring a photo of a female ruby-throated hummingbird visiting a red bee balm flower.

Mobile & Desktop Devices Hungry, Hungry Hummers

Hummingbirds need a lot of nectar to fuel their fast flight! Ruby-throated hummingbirds are the only species known to breed in Maryland. Females have gray throats, green backs, white bellies and white-tipped tails.

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