Electric City Aquarium & Reptile Den is an interactive educational walk-through experience which features live animals of land & sea from around the world.
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Tiger salamanders (Ambystoma tigrinum) are a species of terrestrial salamander native to North America. They can reach lengths of 6-8 inches and feed primarily on invertebrates. You can check out these awesome amphibians at The Electric City Aquarium & Reptile Den.
We will be open this Monday, February 15th for Presidents Day!
Join us from 11am-6pm (last admission at 5:15pm)
Help us spread the love this Valentine's Day!
We will be donating $2 from every admission this Sunday (February 14th) to the Volusia Flagler Turtle Patrol!
You can visit their website http://www.turtlepatrol.com/
Its always an interesting day at the Electric City Aquarium & Reptile Den!
This video shows one of our aquarists collecting Bamboo Shark eggs from our Shark exhibit.
Unfortunately, none of the eggs thus far turned out to be fertile but we are keeping our fingers crossed for fertile eggs!
Let’s kick off this Super Bowl Sunday with a special announcement!
We have selected a name for our Bush Baby……............……. Mort!
We appreciate all the name suggestions that came in and had a difficult time choosing just one.
Mort was ready for his official photo shoot and it just happened to include his favorite enrichment item, his football.
If you were wondering what an enrichment item is, it is something we add to an animal’s enclosure to help stimulate their senses (smell, taste, sound, and touch.)
We change these items frequently to ensure our animals mental and physical well being.
We are looking for your name suggestions!
We would like to introduce another animal ambassador at the Electric City Aquarium & Reptile Den.
Bush babies are native to Africa where they inhabit forests and savannah woodlands.*
They feed primarily on fruits, insects, tree sap, and other plant material.
Bush Babies are known for their incredibly strong legs that allow them to jump 5-7 feet in single bound.
Interestingly, they have a distinctive smell which is similar to maple syrup.
*Bush Babies are considered a least concerned species by the IUCN (International Union for Conservation of Nature), meaning populations are robust in the wild. Captive breeding programs have allowed zoological facilities to exhibit and educate the public about these amazing animals.
Are you sick of being stuck in the house?
Visit the Electric City Aquarium this weekend to see animals from all around the world!
We are open Friday-Sunday from 11am-6pm and we have several different animal educational programs throughout the day.
Our new animal ambassador training sessions will take place daily at 1:30pm. Stop by to get a peak at some of the new faces here at the aquarium.
Danielle Scott
****NEW ANIMAL ANNOUNCEMENT*****
2020 has been quite the year! But we know a great way to bring some cheer!
One look at this little face and you will be sure to smile
A grin so big just like a crocodile!
At the Electric City Aquarium & Reptile Den we are excited to introduce one of our newest Animal Ambassadors!
We have been working with Honey and our other new animals behind the scenes and now they are ready to continue their training in front of small crowds.
Starting January 8th, our new ambassadors will be making special appearances during our 1:30pm educational programs on Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays only*.
Stay tuned to meet other new animals and from everyone at the Electric City Aquarium & Reptile Den we want to wish you a very Happy Holidays! We cannot wait to see you in 2021!
#alliwantforchristmasisyou #kinkajou #merrychristmas #bestgiftever #electriccityaquarium
*Please note that at this time, these new animals will not be on public exhibit. Since they are still in training they will be making appearances during the 1:30pm programs only. The care and well being of the animals remains our first priority and we reserve the right to make last minute changes to our education programs based on the needs of the animals. Honey may not be at every 1:30pm program but we will be introducing additional new animals who will be sharing this training time.
**Music: All I want for Christmas is You~ Mariah Carey
We will be open on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Monday January 18th from 11am-6pm (Last admission is at 5:15pm).
One of the main goals here at the Electric City Aquarium is to bring awareness and education about the beautiful animals and ecosystems that this planet has to offer.
We want to see these natural ecosystems survive for generations to come!
Check back this week for quick tips and small changes that you can make that will positively impact our planet.
What a great way to start off a new year!
We are so excited to be open and we are ready for 2021!
Our current temporary hours are Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays 11:00am-6:00pm. (Last admission is at 5:15pm)
A special thank you goes out to everyone who has supported us during these difficult times.
Electric City Aquarium & Reptile Den is back in action! Or should I say “back in a slow and steady pace”? 🐢💕
Anyways ... THE AQUARIUM IS NOW OPEN!
We need your help to name one of our newest residents! This is a Screaming Hairy Armadillo and she is one of our new animal ambassadors in training.
Choose your favorite name in poll on the video!
Voting will close at 10:59am on January 8th!
Be sure to share this post so that everyone can cast their vote!
Our new animal ambassadors will continue their training sessions for the public during our 1:30pm Educational Program.
And don't forget, beginning January, 8th, the Electric City Aquarium will begin our temporary modified schedule:
Friday, Saturday, Sunday 11am-6pm | Monday-Thursday: Closed
We are excited to announce that we will be reopening on Friday, January 8th!
At this time, we will be opening with a modified winter schedule and we are eager to return to our normal hours in the future.
We have some exciting things coming this year including some new animal ambassadors in training! You are encouraged to witness our training sessions during our 1:30pm animal education programs.
From all of the staff and animals at the Electric City Aquarium, we would like to thank the community for your continued support during these difficult times. We are looking forward to a fantastic 2021!
The Electric City Aquarium & Reptile Den would like to wish everyone a hoppy new year!
****NEW ANIMAL ANNOUNCEMENT*****
2020 has been quite the year! But we know a great way to bring some cheer!
One look at this little face and you will be sure to smile
A grin so big just like a crocodile!
At the Electric City Aquarium & Reptile Den we are excited to introduce one of our newest Animal Ambassadors!
We have been working with Honey and our other new animals behind the scenes and now they are ready to continue their training in front of small crowds.
Starting January 8th, our new ambassadors will be making special appearances during our 1:30pm educational programs on Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays only*.
Stay tuned to meet other new animals and from everyone at the Electric City Aquarium & Reptile Den we want to wish you a very Happy Holidays! We cannot wait to see you in 2021!
#alliwantforchristmasisyou #kinkajou #merrychristmas #bestgiftever #electriccityaquarium
*Please note that at this time, these new animals will not be on public exhibit. Since they are still in training they will be making appearances during the 1:30pm programs only. The care and well being of the animals remains our first priority and we reserve the right to make last minute changes to our education programs based on the needs of the animals. Honey may not be at every 1:30pm program but we will be introducing additional new animals who will be sharing this training time.
**Music: All I want for Christmas is You~ Mariah Carey
Don't miss our exciting news tomorrow!
Tomorrow is the last day for this great sale. Get your discounted tickets today!!
Do you still need a few last minute gifts?
Check out our 3-Day Sale!
Save big on admission tickets purchased online!
Visit www.ElectricCityAquarium.com
Do you still need a few last minute gifts?
Check out our 3-Day Sale!
Save big on admission tickets purchased online!
Visit www.ElectricCityAquarium.com
Stop by today to check off the final items on your shopping list!
We are excited to announce the launch of our online Gift Shop, just in time for your holiday shopping!
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Orders can be shipped or picked up in store. Check out some of our newest arrivals today!
Asian vine snakes (Ahaetulla prasina) are a rear-fanged snake species native to Southeast Asia. Their thin bodies and bright green coloration mimic vines allowing them to ambush their prey. They will even sway in the wind to mimic the foliage moving around them.
The black-legged poison dart frog (Phyllobates bicolor) is one of the few species of dart frogs that were actually used by indigenous peoples for hunting. The frog's toxic skin secretions would be rubbed on darts and shot using long tubes known as blow guns. These darts were used to hunt mammals and birds throughout the rainforest.
We’ve extended our sales through the weekend! If you weren’t able to stop in today come see us this Saturday or Sunday!
Visit us on Friday November 27th for some great deals!!
Happy Thanksgiving from everyone at The Electric City Aquarium & Reptile Den! Our American Alligator is celebrating Thanksgiving with us with her very own Thanksgiving feast!
To all of our staff, members, guests and supporters:
We want to wish you a happy, healthy, and safe Thanksgiving Holiday!
~Electric City Aquarium & Reptile Den
The West African gaboon viper (Bitis rhinoceros) is known for its distinct patterning. The brown, white, and tan markings mimic leaf litter that accumulates on the forest floor. After partially burying itself in the leaf litter, the gaboon viper waits for food to walk by and then strikes out at incredible speeds.
Visit us on Friday November 27th for some great deals!!
Please consider making a donation of a new unwrapped toy to help support your local community.
Donations can be dropped off at the Aquarium front gate or giftshop.
You can also visit the Toys For Tots website to find a drop-off location nearest you or donate a toy virtually!
Electric City Aquarium ornaments and holiday plush have arrived! Quantities are limited.
We have so many great gift options for the aquarium or reptile lover in your family!
***Attention all members*** Don't forget to show your membership card in the giftshop to receive 10% off your retail purchase!
The giant day gecko (Phelsuma grandis) is often referred to by guests as the Geico gecko. While not a perfect match there is a strong resemblance between the two and the famous mascot was modeled after this group of geckos from Madagascar.
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Saharan uromastyx (Uromastyx geyri) are herbivores feeding mainly on plants and seeds. At the aquarium they seem to like dandelion greens the most! Come check out these unusual lizards daily from 11-6 at the Electric City Aquarium & Reptile Den.
Frilled lizards (Chlamydosaurus kingii) are know for the folds of skin that surround their head. If startled they will expand these folds to create an intimidating display to scare off predators. The folds also expand slightly when they are feeding!
One of the most diverse fish we have is the African Cichlid. They are found in freshwater lakes in Africa and can be either vegetarians or carnivores based on which species they are. Scientists are still identifying new types, but there are currently over 1500 species identified.
Did you know some geckos lick their eyes to keep them clean? In the video one of crested geckos (Correlophus ciliatus) displays this behavior after its enclosure was misted.
Chamelons have an unbelievable feeding strategy! Using their specialized tongues, which can extend over one and a half times the length of their body, they are able to capture prey from great distances. In this video you can see our panther chameleom (Furcifer pardalis) catching a cricket.
Starting Monday August 17th, you will be able to upgrade your experience at the aquarium! Purchase a stingray feeding cup at our admissions gate for one of two feeding times throughout the day. Stingray feedings will be limited at 1:15pm and 4:15pm daily. This is first come first serve, so don't wait! Add on this amazing experience to your admissions ticket at our front gate!
- Sharks are apex predators and are often viewed by humans with a mix of fear and awe. There are, however, many challenges that they face because of humans. Shark populations have been negatively impacted by overfishing (especially in Asia where shark fins are used both for traditional medicine and as a delicacy in shark fin soup), entanglement in fishing gear and as bycatch (which means fish that are caught accidentally by fisheries intending to catch another type of fish), habitat degradation, pollution, and global warming. But what can we do to help? Support legislation that bans shark fin trading, support local fisheries with good fishing practices that work to reduce bycatch, donate to or aid organizations that help restore ocean habitats like coral reefs which many species call home, and fight pollution and global warming by recycling and reducing your carbon footprint.
The leopard shark is at home on the seafloor, just a foot or so above the sand. This is because it, like all sharks, lacks the swim bladders that other fish use to fine-tune their buoyancy. Instead, a leopard shark stores oil in its enormous liver. All that oil helps to counterbalance the shark's weight, but it usually remains slightly less buoyant than the water around it, so the shark tends to sink whenever it’s not swimming. #electriccityaquarium #electriccityaquariumandreptileden #sharkweek #leopardshark
Welcome to Shark Week at the Electric City Aquarium! This week we will be highlighting many of our incredible sharks! Sharks first appeared approximately 450 million years ago and today there are more than 400 species found all over the world. Be sure to check back daily this week for more shark fun facts! #sharkweek #sharks #electriccityaquariumandreptileden #blacktipreefshark
You'll have a ball at the Electric City Aquarium & Reptile Den! Make sure to check out our octopus enrichment experience at 1pm Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. You will get a chance to watch our octopus interact with balls, legos, keepers, and much more!
Did you know a rattlesnake's rattle is made up of shed skin? Each time the snake sheds it adds one segment to its rattle. Check out this slow motion video of one of our rattlesnakes at the aquarium!
Even though our Touch Tanks are Closed for your safety due to Covid 19, you can still get up close to our Sting Rays as we do feedings throughout the day. Our feeding schedule for Sting Ray Bay is daily at 1:15pm and 4:15pm! We look forward to seeing everyone!
Exciting News! The Electric City Aquarium & Reptile Den is thrilled to offer our guests a new experience! Starting 7/16 Monday ,Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at 1pm is our octopus enrichment experience! Come watch our resident Giant Pacific octopus (Enteroctopus dofleini) interact with keepers, jars, and blocks in search of food.
Have you heard about our new exhibits? While closed, we worked on designing and building exciting new exhibits, including our mudskipper enclosure. Mudskippers are a fish that spends time above and below water feeding on small crustaceans and worms!
Rainy days got you down? We're open! Visit us this weekend and see our new turtle habitat!
FATHER'S DAY CONTEST ALERT! We are excited to re-open on Friday, and we'd like to wish all Dads a Happy Father's Day! So, we will be randomly choosing two of our Facebook friends who LIKE and SHARE this post and TAG two amazing Dads to receive a family four pack of admission passes! Did you know? Seahorse Dads have a pouch on their stomach to carry babies, which are called fry. Pregnancies last 10-25 days, depending on the species, before the male gives birth. *Winners will be contacted on FB Messenger.
We miss all of our guests and we can't wait to welcome you back on June 26 at 10 am!! Until then, please enjoy our Live Feed featuring our Dart Frogs today at 2 PM.
We welcome you to GET WILD with us when we re-open on Friday, June 26 at 10 am! We cannot wait to welcome you back! We will be following CDC guidelines which means our guests must wear a mask and practice social distancing. We hope to see you soon!
The moment you've been waiting for! WE ARE OPEN! We will be following the CDC guidelines, and all guests must wear a mask and practice social distancing. We can't wait to see you!
Live Feed Friday! Enjoy the view of our Shark Tank! You can help us feed our animals during our closure by visiting our website at www.electriccityaquarium.com for discounted tickets!
As we continue to prepare to reopen we hope you'll join us for Live Feed Friday and enjoy the view of our Shark Tank! We're excited to see you at the aquarium soon, so be sure to follow us on FB for up to date information. We've got some surprises in store for you!
Live Feed Friday! Here is our NEW Axolotl Exhibit! You can help us feed our animals during our closure by visiting our website at www.electriccityaquarium.com for discounted tickets!
Live Feed Friday! Here is our African Cichlid Tank! You can help us feed our animals during our closure by visiting our website at www.electriccityaquarium.com for discounted tickets!
Please join us for Live Feed Friday at 2 PM when we showcase our African Cichlid exhibit just for you! While we hope to see you soon, you can still visit our website for discounted admission tickets so you can see it live when we re-open!
Electric City Aquarium & Reptile Den started out as the dream of a man who had a life long passion for animals of land and sea. This dream came to fruition in September of 2018 when Electric City Aquarium & Reptile Den opened its doors. Our 20,000 square foot facility is packed with amphibians, reptiles, fish, and cephalopods from across the globe. We are dedicated to improving animal welfare in captivity and in the wild while fostering inspiration within people to protect our oceans and planet through conservation, education and research.
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