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Mystic Aquarium Auctioning Off Chance To Name New Beluga Whales

MYSTIC, Conn. (CBSNewYork) -- A Connecticut aquarium is trying to raise millions of dollars to care for its newest residents.

Mystic Aquarium plans to auction off the chance to name three of its five new beluga whales.

A morning mixer occurred at Mystic! The new five belugas participating in our research and the three varsity whales...

Posted by Mystic Aquarium on Friday, June 18, 2021

The facility is also auctioning off donated art and some unique experiences, like diving trips with scientists.

It hopes to raise upwards of $4 million.

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