Category Archives: Opinion

A big shout-out to AAT aquarist Alison Liew on International Women’s Day 2021.

So, Alison, you’re an aquarist, but you work in a hospital. That’s unusual. What’s the story? Yes, it is very unusual. So, believe it or not, within the...

Proven Health Benefits of Aquariums

Researchers in the UK have recently found that people who spend their time watching aquariums and fish tanks gain the benefits of enhanced physical and mental wellbeing. The...

Top-seven benefits of public aquariums

The return on investment in a new public aquarium goes well beyond the financial rewards for investors. This article highlights the top seven benefits delivered by aquariums to...

The iterative aquarium

Beyond the occasional major refurbishment, aquariums have much to gain from investing in smaller upgrades and enhancements regularly. Ad-hoc renovations help, but best practice is to map out...

The hidden cost of cheap engineering

Lowering engineering standards on acrylic viewing systems may save money on aquarium construction, but at what price in years to come? An overview for specifiers and decision-makers. Building...

Avoiding common pitfalls in new aquarium design

Collaborating with aquarium construction specialists from the outset of design and planning is the best way to sidestep painful problems that burn up time and money later. It’s...

AAT takes three sharks on a 1,000 km road-trip

The story of how AAT transported three three-meter-long grey nurse sharks to a new home far away, in a mobile home like no other. SITUATION: THE END OF...

8 ways to support the wellbeing of animals during transportation

Health and wellbeing are the top priorities when aquariums transport animals for stocking, breeding, retirement, or reintroduction to the wild. While each species is unique, these eight animal-care...