PETA vs Animal Conservation Written By:Kristy Lussier Share it on: PETA vs. Animal Conservation PETA, or People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals, is an animal rights organization known for its passionate advocacy against animals under human care. However, it has faced criticism for making false or misleading claims about many aquariums and zoos,…
SeaQuest Guide to Sugar Gliders Written By:Kristy Lussier Share it on: It’s a bird, it’s a plane, it’s… a Sugar Glider!? Sugar Gliders are one of only three mammals capable of gliding through the air – the Flying Squirrel and the Flying Lemur. But despite some anatomical similarities, none of these animals are actually related.…
Shark Week 2023 Written By:gabecovino Share it on: Shark Week serves as a reminder of sharks’ awe-inspiring beauty and importance in our oceans. We must actively engage in conservation efforts to ensure their survival and the health of marine ecosystems. By combating shark finning, supporting sustainable fishing practices, and raising awareness, we can protect these…
Celebrate Earth Day with SeaQuest! Written By:Kristy Lussier Share it on: Happy Earth Day! For over 50 years, Earth Day has been celebrated by people around the world every April 22. Annually, we celebrate Earth Day to continue and further promote environmental awareness. It’s a wonderful reminder that we can, and should, protect the earth…
Meet the Argentine Tegu! Written By:gabecovino Share it on: What is an Argentine Tegu? Friendly and intelligent, the Argentine tegu is one of the more unique of lizard species. They have become more popular as a pet because of their docile nature and intelligence. They have a black or dark brown coloration, with small white…
Pet Ownership Laws for Sloths Written By:gabecovino Share it on: Pet ownership regulations and laws are changing all over the United States, particularly with regard to exotic pet ownership. One animal specifically sought out to own as a personal pet are sloths. In many states, owning a sloth as a pet is currently legal. This…
Celebrate World Oceans Day: Let’s Protect Our World’s Oceans Written By:Kelly Bistriceanu Share it on: The world’s oceans cover more than 70% of Earth’s surface, and being the largest ecosystem on our planet, it functions as a life support system for all its inhabitants. Our planet depends on the vitality of the ocean to support…
Learn About Endangered Species Written By:jasonjacobs Share it on: Our planet is populated with millions of animal species that are threatened or at risk of extinction. National Endangered Species Day was created to keep us aware of the fragile existence of endangered animals. It’s a day to learn why protecting endangered species from any further…
The Dangers of Shark Finning Written By:gabecovino Share it on: Sharks are known as the “apex predator” in oceans worldwide. This is because many shark species only have one dangerous predator – humans. However, shark populations globally struggle to survive because of harmful human practices, such as overfishing and shark finning. What is Shark Finning?…
The Six Types of Shark That Call SeaQuest Home Written By:gabecovino Share it on: Sharks are magnificent predators, and it’s easy to see why so many people are captivated by them. Keeping sharks in captivity can be a great way to raise awareness about some of the daily threats that sharks face. Did you know…