Atlantic Tank

Some species live in dense shoals, while others only gather together to spawn or hunt for food.

The Atlantic Ocean stretches from Antarctica in the south, all the way up to the Arctic in the north. Marine life is concentrated on the large banks and along the coast, where there is better access to food and hiding places. The Gulf Stream carries warm water and contributes to Norway's mild climate. It originates in the Gulf of Mexico, flows north along the east coast of the United States and across the North Atlantic, and enters the Norwegian Sea between the Faroe Islands and the United Kingdom.

The aquarium tank is 36 meters long and 17 meters wide, and contains 4 million liters of unfiltered seawater. The thickness of the acrylic glass is 26.5 cm and it weighs approximately 30 tons. The water intake is located approximately 800 meters off Tueneset, at a depth of 45 meters. The quality of the water will also reflect how it is in the sea at any given time. The Atlantic tank has no roof and is therefore illuminated by the constantly changing daylight.

Take your time, sit yourself down and just watch the fish swim by. They are both fascinating and beautiful creatures!

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