Conservation
Our Commitment to Protecting the Ocean
At Irukandji, every visit helps make a difference. As you explore our lagoons and meet the amazing animals that live here, you’ll discover simple ways to protect our oceans — from hands-on conservation projects to everyday actions anyone can take. Our team and volunteers are deeply committed to caring for marine life, supporting research, and driving positive change through initiatives like Sea Shelter, our nonprofit organisation. Whether you choose to adopt an animal, learn about marine rescue, or get involved in ongoing research, your journey with us is just the beginning of protecting our natural world.
Support the Animals You Love
Help fund rescue, rehab and ongoing care
- Choose your favourite species or individual animal to support
- Adoption packs include certificates and special updates
- Every contribution directly aids rescue, rehab and ongoing care
Extend Learning Beyond the Classroom
Advancing science to protect marine life
- Worksheets and activities aligned with Australian curriculum outcomes
- Easy-to-use tools that support marine science learning
- Perfect for pre-visit prep or post-visit classroom follow-up
Protecting Our Oceans
Helping protect and heal injured marine life
- Responding to injured turtles, sharks, rays and sea snakes
- Providing expert care in our dedicated rehab and quarantine zones
- Leading vital research, regeneration and community conservation programs
Restoring Wild Zebra Shark Populations
A global mission to rewild zebra sharks
- Irukandji contributes healthy, genetically verified eggs to the program
- International partners work together to rewild zebra sharks in Indonesia
- A groundbreaking conservation model protecting future ocean biodiversity