Officials say Sea of Cortz Aquarium in Mazatln close to opening
MND Staff
March 2, 2023
The state-of-the-art museum in Mazatlán will feature a giant display tank with a window that's 13 meters tall by 7 meters wide. ( Sea of Cortéz Aquarium)
The largest aquarium in Mexico “will be inaugurated soon,” the head of the Ministry of Tourism (Sectur) said at a press conference this week about Mazatlán’s long-delayed Sea of Córtez Aquarium opening.
The yet-to-be-opened aquarium will be located in the western part of Mazatlán in Parque Central. Officials say they are expecting 900,000 visitors in its first year.
At the media event, no opening date was announced, and Miguel Torruco Márquez talked mostly about the wonders of the new aquarium and its surroundings, the first public-private partnership project in Mexico’s tourism sector.
But just the fact that the ministry hosted the news media in Mexico City and issued a lengthy press release would seem to indicate an opening day in the not-too-distant future.
More:
https://mexiconewsdaily.com/news/officials-say-sea-of-cortez-aquarium-in-mazatlan-close-to-opening/
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THE SEA OF CORTEZ: THE BREATHTAKING “AQUARIUM OF THE WORLD”
Cabo's Sea of Cortez is truly a sight to behold. It holds a stunning array of marine life and is a popular diving site. Learn more about the Sea of Cortez here!
Traveling to Baja California or Mexico’s west coast? You won’t want to miss the Sea of Cortez. Nestled between the Baja California and the Mexican mainland, this truly remarkable body of water is distinguished by its incredibly diverse array of marine life, calm waters, pristine beaches, and unique geology both in and out of the water. Often called the “Aquarium of the World,” the Sea of Cortez is one of the premier diving sites on the planet. It’s also a protected UNESCO World Heritage Site. In this guide, our travel experts here at Cabo Adventures cover the Sea of Cortez and its many wonders. We also provide information and links to some of our many tours in the region — great for first-time visitors and seasoned travelers alike. Read on to learn more about the Sea of Cortez and book your next adventure with our award-winning team today!
What is the Sea of Cortez? Where is the Sea of Cortez?
The Sea of Cortez (also commonly called the Gulf of California) is a marginal sea of the Pacific Ocean located between Mexico’s Baja California Peninsula and the country’s mainland. The total coastline of the Sea of Cortez is approximately 4,000 kilometers (2,500 miles) and its total surface area is approximately 160,000 square kilometers (62,000 square miles).
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Wildlife in the Sea of Cortez
Due in large part to its unique climate and geographic features, the Sea of Cortez harbors a rich marine ecosystem as diverse and spectacular as any on Earth. Its placid and protected waters harbor thousands of fish and mammal species, as well as some 5,000 species of micro-invertebrates. In addition to a wide range of endemic creatures, such as the critically endangered tiny vaquita, the Sea of Cortez also hosts many migratory species, such as the humpback whale, California gray whale, killer whale, manta ray, leatherback sea turtle, and Humboldt squid — as well as the world's largest animal, the blue whale. The Sea of Cortez’s more than 900 islands are important nesting sites for thousands of seabirds, and its rich waters are primary feeding, breeding, and nursing grounds for a plethora of migratory and resident fish species.
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https://www.cabo-adventures.com/en/blog/about-sea-of-cortez
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10 Fun Facts about the Sea of Cortez:
If you’re feeling old, look at the sea and know this, the Sea of Cortez is the youngest in the world. I don’t think if it has Fountain of Youth powers but who knows, jump in, and try it out?
Yes, Jacque Cousteau who nicknamed the Sea of Cortez as the “World’s Aquarium “is spot on in 2021. Maybe, the marine animals missed all the human activity last year with the beaches and marina’s closed but make no mistake the sea creatures are ready to impress and put on a show.
It’s March and the whales are still here! Boaters, fisherman and tour boats have been spotting an array of aquatic wildlife since January. January started with Orca sightings and moved right into February with fin whales, greys, and humpbacks. So, what will March bring? The best answer is – you never know. Maybe you’ll run into a whale shark, like we did once by Daydream Cove. Or you might even take a boat cruise toward Bird Island and run into a super pod of dolphins. A super pod or mega pod means miles of dolphins flipping and spinning as far as the eyes can see. Who knows? The sea is your oyster.
Regardless, if you’re simply amazed by pelican formations or herons, the only way you’re going to experience outstanding sea life is to get on a boat and get on the Sea of Cortez. This is not just any body of water; this is a special sea. As John Steinbeck once wrote of our precious Sea of Cortez, “a dream hangs over the whole region.”
More:
http://rptimes.com/anita-kaltenbaugh/2021/03/10-fun-facts-about-the-sea-of-cortez/
