Austin Aquarium
The Austin Aquarium is a for-profit aquarium located in Austin, Texas. It was opened on December 12, 2013 and is home to a variety of animals including birds, fish and amphibians. The Austin Aquarium is owned and operated by Crysty Covino, the wife of former owner Ammon Covino. The aquarium is located at 13530 US-183 Hwy #101, Austin, TX 78750.
The aquarium’s extensive collection of aquatic life includes a variety of exotic and native species. Several tanks house fish, stingrays, and sharks. The aquarium also features a touch tank where you can pet a stingray or feed a snake. The aquarium is a great place to spend time with your family and enjoy an educational day out. To save money on your trip, you can purchase single-day or annual passes to this popular aquarium.
Despite the concerns of animal welfare groups, the aquarium continues to operate. PETA has filed investigation requests with federal authorities regarding the conditions at the facility. The organization has also asked the federal government to revoke the license of the San Antonio Aquarium, but the facility is still open. PETA’s website is devoted to the Austin Aquarium, and it claims that 30 instances of animal bites have been documented.
If you’re looking for a hands-on activity, the Austin Aquarium’s touch tanks are the perfect choice. Visitors can touch sharks, stingrays, and starfish while learning about their life. Aquarium staff members will guide children and provide information about the creatures they are touching. While the touch tanks are fun, some attractions are not suitable for children.
The aquarium’s director and owner Ammon Covino, who is legally responsible for the aquarium’s operations, has a criminal record and cannot hold a USDA license. He was convicted of a wildlife trafficking violation and has spent over a year in prison. He was subsequently barred from working in an aquarium.