See paddlefish in the Reelfoot Lake exhibit in the Tennessee River gallery. Unlike bony fish, shark skeletons consist of cartilage. See bonnethead sharks in the Gulf of Mexico exhibit. The Tennessee Aquarium in Chattanooga is the largest freshwater aquarium in the world. Built with private contributions, this non-profit educational organization is dedicated to the understanding, conservation and celebration of aquatic habitats.
Members enjoy unlimited visits and other benefits.
The Aquarium is open every day except Thanksgiving and Christmas and is accessible to people with disabilities. All rights reserved.