Millions of visitors made aware each year
Member Aquariums
Conservation programs
School visitors received
A committed and structured network
Aquariums de France is a community of stakeholders mobilized around a common mission: to raise awareness and take action.
Millions of visitors made aware each year
Member Aquariums
Conservation programs
School visitors received
Since 1987
A network at the service of life
The Union of Aquarium Curators, a non-profit organization established in 1987 under the French law of 1901, brings together institutions across France dedicated to disseminating knowledge and preserving aquatic species.
Working with scientific institutions and field professionals, aquariums contribute to a better understanding of ecosystems and their conservation.
Raising awareness and passing on
Public aquariums are places for scientific outreach that are accessible to everyone.
Through educational devices, immersive experiences and educational workshops, they allow people to discover the richness of aquatic environments and to understand current environmental issues.
Conservation programs
Member aquariums participate in coordinated controlled environment breeding programs, particularly for threatened or vulnerable species, with the aim of maintaining viable populations and, where possible, contributing to their reintroduction.


Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Union of Aquarium Curators?
The Union of Aquarium Curators, also known as Aquariums of France, is a professional network of public aquariums committed to scientific outreach, research, and the conservation of aquatic species.
It unites stakeholders in the sector to share knowledge, structure best practices, and implement joint initiatives at the national level.
What is the role of public aquariums in France?
Public aquariums play a key role in raising awareness of environmental issues related to aquatic environments. They contribute to:
- public education on biodiversity,
- the conservation of endangered species,
- scientific research,
- dissemination of knowledge to all audiences.
They are places of learning, but also active participants in the protection of life.
What actions are being taken by Aquariums de France?
Aquariums de France structures its actions around three main axes:
- The educational approach: raising public awareness of aquatic ecosystems.
- Research: contributing to the advancement of scientific knowledge.
- Conservation: preserving species and their habitats.
These actions are carried out collectively by the members of the network and are part of a logic of transmission and commitment.
How to find a member aquarium in France?
You can visit the members' page to discover the public aquariums located throughout the region.
Each listing provides essential information: location, activities offered, news, and specific commitments.
This makes it easy to identify an aquarium near you or related to your interests.
How to contact or join Aquariums de France?
For any inquiries regarding information, partnerships, internships, or employment, please use the contact form available on the website.
Professionals wishing to join the network can also get in touch to discuss membership options.
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