The Austin Aquarium is a for profit
aquarium located in
Austin,
Texas
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, that opened to the public December 12, 2013 and includes birds, fish and other amphibians. The aquarium is owned and operated by Crysty Covino the wife of former owner
Ammon Covino.
History
The Austin Aquarium was founded by brothers Ammon and Vince Covino.
There was controversy leading up to its opening based on their history in other cities, and the Covinos were issued a citation from the city in July 2013 for keeping animals at the site without a permit, and animal-rights group
PETA called for the aquarium to receive a full inspection.
See also
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San Antonio Aquarium
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SeaQuest Interactive Aquariums
SeaQuest Holdings, LLC better known as just SeaQuest, is an interactive marine, exotic mammal, and bird/reptile life attraction chain. It was founded by Vince Covino and features hands-on animal interactions at shopping malls throughout the Unite ...
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Tourist attractions in Austin, Texas
Culture of Austin, Texas
Buildings and structures in Austin, Texas
Aquaria in Texas
2013 establishments in Texas
Buildings and structures in Williamson County, Texas
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