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Wonders of Wildlife National Museum and Aquarium

Springfield, United States

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Wonders of Wildlife National Museum and Aquarium

A museum and aquarium inside the Bass Pro Shops store in Springfield, Missouri, with habitat displays, a shark tank and penguins. Its taxidermy displays and themed habitats set it apart.

Highlights

  • Shark tank encounter
  • Stingray touch and feeding
  • Penguin and taxidermy displays

Good to know

  • Plan three to four hours
  • Tickets cover museum and aquarium
  • Buy stingray food in advance

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