The aquarium of Mauritius is found in the north of the island at Pointe aux Piments. It is opened every day from 9.30 to 17.00 and from 10.00 to 15.00 on Sundays and public holidays. The aquarium harbours a vast diversity (more than 200 species) of marine organisms ranging from clown fishes to sponges. It is divided into 5 main rooms where numerous tanks containing different marine species are displayed.
In order to allow the visitor to know more about the species, near each tank, brief information on the marine species is listed on banners. Also, showcased at the aquarium are different species of dead corals as well as brief descriptions. Many of the specimens exposed in the tanks require deep diving to be observed in their natural habitats; presenting them in tanks on land itself is indeed an opportunity to enjoy the deep life. Many organisms have adapted to live in their environments in order to reduce their chances of being preyed upon; one such adaptation is camouflage, where the organisms blend harmoniously into their environment. The stone fish reflects this case perfectly: nestled between corals of dirty green, the tank where it is found can be taken to contain only corals at first sight, but on further observation a slight movement reveals it to be a live fish!