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Captain’s encounters with whales
Tuesday, April 22, 2014

You’d think the most unpredictable thing about filming whales would be the whales. Bermudian Dylan Ward said actually, it’s the weather.


Aquarium releases Galapagos Shark
Tuesday, April 22, 2014

It is always hard to say good-bye, even if you’re saying farewell to a 5 foot Galapagos Shark named Desmond!


Photos: Whales Breach During Ocean Vet Outing
Tuesday, April 15, 2014

One of Bernews photographers had the opportunity to tag along with the Ocean Vet team of Dr. Neil Burnie and Choy Aming, getting the chance to see a variety of ocean life in action as the cameras rolled for the production of the 12-part television series.


Whale tale: Burnie featured in new TV series
Monday, April 14, 2014

Stunned awe was the feeling when film producer Dan Radford finally came face to face with a humpback whale


Ocean Vet team to share adventures
Friday, April 11, 2014

The Ocean Vet crew will be sharing the underwater adventures filming their upcoming international series, at a public lecture on Monday.



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BAMZ attraction Darth Vader dies
Royal Gazette
Tuesday, November 29, 2016

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Diver Tamara Sukdeo sprinkles sand over Darth Vader the grouper as
Aqua Camp member Josie De Braga looks on
(file photograph)

Darth Vader, a grouper at the Bermuda Aquarium Museum and Zoo known for his affection for belly rubs, has died.

The large black grouper, a long-time resident of the facility’s North Rock exhibit, was believed to be between 25 and 30 years old, and had been at the zoo for more than 20 years.

In a Facebook post, BAMZ said: “Two and a half weeks ago Darth developed a medical condition and was treated with various medications to alleviate the symptoms.

“His overall condition was improving, much to the relief of staff, and he appeared to be on the mend.

“Unfortunately yesterday he passed away suddenly. A full investigation will be carried out to try and determine his cause of death. At this time no other fish are showing any symptoms and the North Rock tank’s water quality appears to be fine.

“Our staff are greatly missing him and grieving his loss.”