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Meet the #shrimpfish, a funky-shaped fish that swims tail-up, snout-down in perfect harmony! Their vertical vibe and sleek black stripe help them blend in among the spines of a sea urchin. You can find this fish in our Seadragons & Seahorses exhibition.

Sometimes … the coolest creatures are hiding justtt under the surface 👀 Which sneaky sand-dweller is your fave? Reply with the corresponding emoji ⬇️ 🦋 Butterfly Ray 🎸 Shovelnose Guitarfish 🦈 Angel Shark

🐟 Bringing Living Seas to Life 🪸 We’ve been busy moving animals into their new homes—from our rescued #LoggerheadSeaTurtle to colorful #corals and #SpiderCrabs! 🎉 #LivingSeas opens May 22 🎉 youtube.com/shorts/PLTpNr3…

🎉 Living Seas is NOW OPEN 🐠 Get ready to immerse yourself in the vibrant ecosystems of the Pacific — from the colder waters of the Pacific Northwest and the beauty of Coastal California to the colorful reefs of the Tropical Pacific. We can’t wait to sea you here!

Guess who’s hiding in plain sight 👀 With camouflage that makes it look just like drifting seaweed, Weedy Scorpionfish can sneak up on its dinner … or avoid becoming dinner. Ready to uncover more hidden wonders? Explore Living Seas today!

🦎 Next time you visit #BirchAquarium, don’t miss our #Reptile Meet and Greet! 🐍 During this daily talk, our animal care specialists will share some insights into the daily care of our #AnimalAmbassadors and ways you can support #conservation efforts! aquarium.ucsd.edu/events/reptile…

ultimate kelp cling champion 🐡 Covered in tiny spines and shaped like a little lump, the Pacific Spiny Lumpsucker truly lives up to its name! But what makes it extra special is a unique adaptation on its underside – its pelvic fins have evolved into a suction-cup–like disc 🤯

🦀 Legs. For. Days. 🦀 With a leg span that can reach upwards of 12 feet from claw to claw, the #JapaneseSpiderCrab is the largest living crab worldwide. 🤯 This cool crustacean has ten legs, eight for walking and two with claws! 📸: UC San Diego photographer Erik Jepsen

Wart a catch! Meet the Warty #Frogfish — a fish that can fish! 🎣 This unique #anglerfish has a built-in “fishing pole” on its head, which it wiggles to lure in prey. When unsuspecting prey gets too close … SNAP! It gulps up its meal in the blink of an eye.

Shark Summer is back at #BirchAquarium! 🦈 Engaging #Shark & #Ray Activities 🐟 Jaw-some Talks & Feedings 🔬 Pop-up Science Nights 🧠 Shark #Trivia Nights Now through August 10 — come for the sharks, stay for the vibes. 🎟️ Get Tickets: aquarium.ucsd.edu/events/shark-s…