Aquarium team member inspecting a marine habitat
Behind the ScenesAugust 30, 2024

A Day in the Life of a Senior Aquarist

By Namma Bengaluru Aquarium Team, Animal Care Team

From early water-quality checks to carefully planned feeding sessions, an aquarist's day combines science, observation, and hands-on animal care.

An aquarist's work begins before visitors arrive. The first checks focus on animal behaviour, water temperature, filtration, and other indicators that show whether each habitat is stable.

Feeding is carefully planned for every species. The team records what animals eat, watches how they interact, and adjusts care routines when observations reveal a change.

Behind every clear viewing window is a constant cycle of maintenance, documentation, enrichment, and teamwork dedicated to animal wellbeing.

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