Adriatic Biodiversity Conservation Centre - Aquarium Boka




The Center for the Protection of Adriatic Biodiversity – Aquarium Boka was founded in 2020 and is the youngest organisational unit of the Institute of Marine Biology.

The Centre focuses on fundamental and applied research in the field of aquaristics, as well as the conservation and study of sea turtles and dolphins.

The Centre is dedicated to collaborating with colleagues from both the country and the region to exchange experiences, conduct joint research, develop project applications, implement international projects, publish scientific papers, organise scientific conferences, and promote marine science and conservation.

Aquarium Boka, the first public aquarium in Montenegro, was established on the principles of economic self-sustainability within the premises of the Institute of Marine Biology. Its regular operation and maintenance adhere to the best principles and standards for keeping animal species in captivity.

Through Aquarium Boka, the Centre organises educational visits, workshops, and courses for all age groups, from preschool to university level.

The Sea Turtle Rehabilitation Station is an operational unit of the Centre where injured sea turtles are given a chance to recover. All species of sea turtles are protected under national legislation and international conventions to which Montenegro is a signatory.

Sea turtles are difficult to spot while resting on the ocean surface, and since Montenegro is a highly popular destination for nautical tourism, with significant maritime traffic during the tourist season, injuries from propeller strikes or boat hulls are quite common.

The first turtle successfully rehabilitated at the Centre, Gloria, was found on Plavi Horizonti Beach, near Tivat, and was successfully returned to the sea in the spring of 2024.

Head of Centre: 

  • Dr Mirko Đurović, naučni savjetnik

Staff:

  • Dr Branka Pestorić, Senior Research Associate
  • Dr Zdravko Ikica, Senior Research Associate
  • Milica Peković, Spec. Biol, Professional Associate (aquarist)
  • Đuro Vukasović, Technical Associate
  • Sanin Rovčanin, Technical Associate
Number of visits : 327



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