Oceanographic Museum (Monte Carlo)

Introduction

Now I don’t normally post pictures about marine life, but I have moved away from the staples of food, wine and airplanes just for this one… I have to say that this museum is amazing and deserves a little write-up on this own.

The museum was set up as one of the previous Princes of Monaco (Albert I) had a keen interest in oceanography and built this beautiful museum on the cliff overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. The perfect location!

Given I know so little about sea life (until it becomes an item on my dinner plate), I will show you some pictures of the main attractions and not embarrass myself by trying to remember the exact species in each of the photos. If I do, I’ll make a note of it. Enjoy.

Aquarium

Its Blue Every Where

The Groper

Sharks

I think its flounder… but they are the camouflage experts

I think these are mix of sea bream and some other fish…

Jellyfish

Squid – with no salt or pepper

European Lobster – I actually kinda felt bad eating his friend the other day (check out my review of La Vigie – here)

Fishes and Beautiful Coral

Zebra Sharks

Real Colourful thingys (have absolutely no idea)

Upside Down Jellyfish

Baby Sea Horses

Nemo…. not sure if that its scientific name, but lets go with that!

Whale Exhibits

The whale exhibit looks amazing….

Main Hall

Range of stuffed animals and antiquated – looks really cool… I have dreams about having a study room filled with these. Why?, well for no particular reason whatsoever!