Past and present collide in this one of a kind exhibition that explores the biggest, most famous and feared aquatic predators. See incredible life-sized replica skeletons and real fossil specimens.
MONSTERS OF THE ABYSS
Aquatic Predators Past and Present
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Features
Themes
Monsters of the Abyss allows visitors to dive into the history of amazing prehistoric and modern day aquatic predators and learn about their ecology and what drives our fear of them. Learn about extinction level events, dig for fossils, and see the monsters in your own oceans, rivers, and lakes that are still around today!
Square Footage
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5,000 - 10,000 sq. ft.
Potential Featured Animals*
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Water Dragon
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African Bullfrog
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Garter Snake
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False Water Cobra
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Caiman Lizard
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Diamondback Terrapin
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Asian Water Monitor
*Featured animals vary by venue and gallery size
Exhibit in partnership with Silver Plume Exhibitions.
Key Components
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Tactile Interactives:
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The Phoebe Project at each animal habitat
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Life-sized animal sculptures
• Full size mounted replica skeletons
• Megalodon jaw photo opp
• Real fossil invertebrates -
Sculpture: Saltwater Crocodile and Sarcosuchus
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Digital interactive spin browsers
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Live daily shows and animal encounters
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Fully staffed
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Bilingual
