As part of Nausicaa’s 20th anniversary celebrations, the French National Sea Experience Centre will stage a temporary exhibit, themed ‘Islands’, in 2011.
The display will focus on the importance of the preservation of many of the world’s islands in conserving animals and marine life. The exhibition will be hosted in partnership with the Small Islands Developing State Network (SIDSnet) with the aim of protecting indigenous island species and promoting sustainable development of costal environments. There will also be an accompanying multimedia presentation which aims to educate and entertain its visitors.
As one of Europe’s largest aquariums, NAUSICAA continues to raise awareness of the importance of human relations with the sea and the need to protect wildlife from loosing its natural habitat. It boasts an impressive collection of over 35,000 species and has attracted over 12 million visitors since its launch in 1991. ‘Islands’ is just one of the many surprises to look out for next year.
Nausicaa is open daily throughout 2011, except for 25 December 2011. The new exhibit will open from 15 April 2011.
