Wild Wonders - Annual Pass Sale 2026
News 25's Brynne Baxley finds out what options families have to save money on Mississippi Aquarium visits with their annual pass sale. Aquarium Marketing Director, Nicole Martz explains the…
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Wild Wonders - Soft Coral
News 25's Brynne Baxley discovers the new soft coral exhibit and its symbiotic inhabitants at the Mississippi Aquarium with Aquarist Mia French.
Mississippi Aquarium holding turtle release on Thursday
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Mississippi Aquarium is hosting a turtle release this Thursday. Across the street from the Edgewater Mall, one Kemp’s Ridley sea turtle, Acadia, will be returning…
Mississippi Aquarium offering free admission for school employees
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Mississippi Aquarium is welcoming teachers and school employees on campus ahead of school. From July 17 to the 19, a Back-to-School Celebration will be…
Wild Wonders - Otters
Johnny Madigan with the Mississippi Aquarium introduces News 25's Brynne Baxley to the "Wild Wonders" of the aquarium's resident otters and explains how the public can interact with and enjoy their playful…
Mississippi Aquarium releases first loggerhead turtle
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Mississippi Aquarium has now released its first-ever Loggerhead sea turtle back into the wild. Thursday afternoon, Rhombus, a loggerhead turtle, made his return to the Gulf,…
Mississippi Aquarium releasing two turtles
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Mississippi Aquarium announces that two turtles are being released Thursday afternoon. A Kemp’s Ridley sea turtle and a loggerhead turtle will be returning to the water in…
Mississippi Aquarium introducing Animal Academy
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Mississippi Aquarium is inviting the public for a behind-the-scenes look at their newest Animal Academy. Nicole Martz joins us in studio with the details. For more…
Wild Wonders - Bugs & Blooms
Brynne meets up with the Mississippi Aquarium's Lead Landscaper Jimi Check to find out how the aquarium is building a habitat for monarch butterflies and other bugs to thrive.
Mississippi Aquarium offering behind the scenes animal care experience
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Mississippi Aquarium is sharing a new way for the public to get a behind-the-scenes look at an aquarium. The program is called the…
Mississippi Aquarium helps turtles in need
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Mississippi Aquarium spent last weekend helping turtles in Alabama. Three turtles were found with serious injuries. The crew went into action and the turtles were sent…
Mississippi Aquarium celebrates Axl the Dolphin’s 16th birthday
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- One resident at the Mississippi Aquarium is old enough to get his driver’s license. Axl celebrated his birthday over the weekend, turning 16. The staff…
Military Appreciation Weekend at the Aquarium
Gulport, Miss (WXXV) Memorial Day weekend is here, and the Mississippi Aquarium is honoring the men and women who currently serve or have served our country with a special offer for…
Wild Wonders - Aviary
News 25's Brynne Baxley explores some of the unique species of birds at the Mississippi Aquarium's aviary with expert Christina Lavalee.
Mississippi Aquarium, Southern Miss unveil plastic pollution exhibit ‘Toxic Beauty’
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Mississippi Aquarium and Southern Miss have partnered to unveil a new interactive exhibit highlighting the impact of plastic pollution. ‘Toxic Beauty: Plastic’s…
Mississippi Aquarium releasing nine rehabilitated turtles Thursday
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Mississippi Aquarium is hosting a special event Thursday afternoon. A turtle release is taking place on Biloxi Beach. A total of nine turtles have been…
Mississippi Aquarium to host Star Wars-Themed celebration
The Mississippi Aquarium is about to go to a galaxy far, far away. All your favorite Star Wars Characters will be heading to the campus on May 3rd. Nicole…
Coast Transit Authority and Mississippi Aquarium celebrating Earth Day
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Coast Transit Authority is teaming up with the Mississippi Aquarium to celebrate Earth Day with a free, family friendly event on the Gulf Coast. …
Wild Wonders - Meet Banner the Sea Turtle
News 25 Forecaster Brynne Baxley meets the Mississippi Aquarium's most famous resident, Banner the Sea Turtle and discusses Banner's lifestyle with Curator of Aquatics Katie King.
Wild Wonders - Eels
News 25 Forecaster Brynne Baxley visits with the Mississippi Aquarium's Curator of Aquatics Katie King to learn all about aquarium residents "Louie" and "Stevie" the Moray Eels.
Wild Wonders - Gulf Shop
Forecaster Brynne Baxley learns about the environmentally friendly souvenir options at the MS Aquarium's "Gulf Shop."
Meet baby penguins at Mississippi Aquarium over the weekend
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Mississippi Aquarium is wrapping up its limited time baby penguin experience this weekend. Four African penguin chicks, born earlier this year, have been…
Mississippi Aquarium hosting Penguin Easter Egg Hunt
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Mississippi Aquarium is hosting their Penguin Easter Egg Hunt Saturday on the west lawn. Throughout the day, aquarium guests will be able to enjoy free…
Mississippi Aquarium hosting galactic events for May the 4th Day
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)-The Mississippi Aquarium is heading to a galaxy far, far away in May. Happening on Sunday, May 3, the Mississippi Aquarium is hosting their…