Third Institute of Oceanography hosts open day to raise awareness of protecting marine life
The Whale Museum of the Third Institute of Oceanography of the Ministry of Natural Resources opened its door to the public on November 11, 2023.
More than 200 primary students and parents visited the whale museum to explore over 200 specimens of whales, dolphins and other marine life, including the most complete gray whale specimen in China.
Through the docent’s interpretation and the on-site visit, the visitors learned the importance of protecting whales and expressed their intention to be part of the action.
“We should protect marine life to have a beautiful living environment, ”said a student from Lianlong Primary School.
As one of supporting activities of the 2023 World Ocean Week in Xiamen, the ocean science open day aims to provide an opportunity for the public to feel the magic charms of marine life and raise public awareness of the importance of protecting the ocean and marine life.