{"id":1731,"date":"2021-08-10T12:38:25","date_gmt":"2021-08-10T18:38:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/strong-wp.cloud.fruitionqa.com\/?post_type=exhibit&#038;p=1731"},"modified":"2021-08-31T07:28:29","modified_gmt":"2021-08-31T13:28:29","slug":"aquariums-at-rainbow-reef","status":"publish","type":"exhibit","link":"https:\/\/www.museumofplay.org\/exhibit\/aquariums-at-rainbow-reef\/","title":{"rendered":"Aquariums at Rainbow Reef"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Dive into The Strong\u2019s <em>Rainbow Reef<\/em> exhibit and discover delightful activities inspired by the museum\u2019s underwater residents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"498\" src=\"https:\/\/www.museumofplay.org\/app\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Rainbow-reef-700-1024x498.jpg\" alt=\"Rainbow reef aquarium\" class=\"wp-image-3807\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.museumofplay.org\/app\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Rainbow-reef-700-1024x498.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.museumofplay.org\/app\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Rainbow-reef-700-300x146.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.museumofplay.org\/app\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Rainbow-reef-700-768x373.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.museumofplay.org\/app\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Rainbow-reef-700.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Step up to a larger-than-life digital aquarium. Design and draw shapes on a fish coloring sheet. Then, scan your drawing onto a monitor and watch it come to life on a projected fish tank filled with coral reef.<\/li><li>Marvel at the fascinating behaviors of saltwater fish and coral in the 1,700-gallon coral reef aquarium featuring a large and low viewing surface that provides even the littlest ocean watchers an amazing view of brilliantly colored animals.<\/li><li>Gaze at sparkling freshwater fish found in tropical rivers from all over the world. The smaller tank in the exhibit is the perfect place to watch tiny reef fish and other inhabitants that might be missed in a larger saltwater aquarium.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"380\" src=\"https:\/\/www.museumofplay.org\/app\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Aquarium-web-1024x380.jpg\" alt=\"Digital aquarium\" class=\"wp-image-3806\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.museumofplay.org\/app\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Aquarium-web-1024x380.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.museumofplay.org\/app\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Aquarium-web-300x111.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.museumofplay.org\/app\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Aquarium-web-768x285.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.museumofplay.org\/app\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Aquarium-web.jpg 1400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Digital aquarium created in collaboration with <a href=\"https:\/\/workinman.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Workinman<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Underwater Residents in Rainbow Reef<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The aquariums at The Strong are home to many different species of fish and invertebrates. Here are some facts about some of them.<br>Fish<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ocellaris Clownfish<br>Scientific name: Amphiprion ocellaris<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What tank would be complete without a Nemo? Look closely because false percula clownfish rarely leave the protection of their favorite anemones or coral. You\u2019ll find our clownfish living in our smaller reef aquarium.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Flame Angelfish<br>Scientific name: Centropyge loricula<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the wild, flame angelfish love to nibble on corals and clam mantles. Rainbow Reef&#8217;s flame angelfish are well fed, so there is no concern for them to be in the tank with corals and clams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hippo Tang<br>Scientific name: Paracanthurus hepatus<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>More affectionately known as Finding Nemo\u2019s Dory, hippo tangs are a favorite of many museum guests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lipstick Tang<br>Scientific name: Naso lituratus<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some people think the lipstick tang looks beautiful; some think it looks plain silly. But one thing is for sure, its unique coloration definitely makes it stand out in a crowd!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Red-Toothed Triggerfish<br>Scientific name: Odonus niger<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Triggerfish get their name from their two moveable spines. When the larger, forward spine is upright, the smaller one behind it (the trigger) can drop down, so the fish can secure itself in a hiding spot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whitemargin Unicornfish<br>Scientific name: Naso annulatus<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hercules, the museum\u2019s unicorn tang, is the largest fish in the tank. The function of the \u201chorn\u201d at the front of their face is still unknown to science.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Yellow Tang<br>Scientific name: Zebrasoma flavescens<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With a brilliant yellow color rivaled by few other fish, Rainbow Reef\u2019s yellow tangs are always a crowd favorite.<br>Corals<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Brain Coral<br>Scientific name: Favia sp.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The green brain coral in Rainbow Reef has to be placed far away from other corals or, in the nighttime, it will send out tentacles called \u201csweepers\u201d that will sting and kill neighboring corals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Zoa Coral<br>Scientific name: Zoantharia sp.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Zoas come in many different colors and look like little circles ringed with tentacles. Several different colors of zoas can be found in the aquarium.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cap Coral<br>Scientific name: Montipora capricornis<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cap coral is one of the fastest growing corals. It comes in many different colors including red, orange, purple, green, and brown.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hammer Coral<br>Scientific name: Euphyllia paranchora<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hammer corals are closely related to torch corals. Some people have given them the name anchor coral. Look at the coral\u2019s tentacles and decide what name\u2014hammer or anchor coral\u2014is most fitting?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Mushroom Coral<br>Scientific name: Actinodiscus sp.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Mushroom corals are actually closely related to anemones and grow very fast. The coral seen in Rainbow Reef have spread all over the tank, and even climbed up the sides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Staghorn Coral<br>Scientific name: Acropora sp.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Staghorn coral is a favorite of many reef keepers. It can grow in many shapes and sizes and even though it looks like a colored rock, it is actually a living animal. 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