Conservation Cove | SEA LIFE Helsinki

Marine conservation is a central part of our mission, and Conservation cove, the heart of our center, is located at the end of our exhibit. This section is entirely dedicated to this important cause.

At Conservation cove, you can learn about our center's local conservation efforts, such as oil spill response and species protection, as well as SEA LIFE Trust's global marine conservation work. Our Conservation cove highlights key themes and offers fun, marine conservation-related activities designed to provide in-depth knowledge and aha moments.

Here, you will find the critically endangered San Ignacio pupfish, which now only exists in one small spring in the wild. Additionally, you can meet fish rescued from home aquariums that have outgrown their original tanks.

Visit Conservation cove and discover how small actions can have a big impact on the future of our oceans and how each of us can play a part in helping the world's seas and their inhabitants.

San Ignacio pupfish

The Conservation cove inhabits the tiny and nearly extinct San Ignacio pupfish, which is now only found in once small spring out in the nature. We actively participate in the conservation and breeding efforts of these unique little fish to ensure they do not disappear entirely.

Rescue-tank

Did you know that we also have a tank here that is home to rescued and rehomed fish from domestic aquariums? We have provided a new home for, among others, enormous Ripsaw Catfish that have grown too large for their original owners' tanks.

WOW!

Fighting oil spills involves attempts to prevent oil accidents, removal of oil already spilled in the environment or on animals and preventing the larger spread of oil waste. Staff members of SEA LIFE Helsinki have participated in fighting oil spills since 2013.

Four-eyed fish

The conservation cove also inhabits the funny looking four-eyed fish. They actually have only two eyes, but four pupils altogether.