Cabrillo High School Aquarium, Lompoc

About Cabrillo High School Aquarium

Cabrillo High School Aquarium in Lompoc allows visitors to explore marine life during open house dates and group tours. The facility features a shark hatchery where guests can observe shark eggs and shark pups produced by the aquarium's healthy shark population. The aquarium maintains moon jellies through their complete life cycle, from polyp stage through adulthood and reproduction, a process called strobilation that visitors can witness. The facility includes a touch tank exhibit where students and visitors interact directly with marine animals. Guests observe husbandry practices and animal care throughout the facility's tanks. The aquarium houses various species, including seahorses and other marine animals on display. Groups can schedule tours to experience the exhibits and learn about the animals.