Paul Hamilton of the The National Aquarium - in pictures

Paul Hamilton feels right at home as general manager of Abu Dhab's National Aquarium. All pictures by Khushnum Bhandari / The National
Paul Hamilton feels right at home as general manager of Abu Dhab's National Aquarium. All pictures by Khushnum Bhandari / The National
The New Zealander's passion for marine life has taken him all over the world.
The New Zealander's passion for marine life has taken him all over the world.
Mr Hamilton feeds the sharks, which are some of the colourful creatures in the vast aquarium.
Mr Hamilton feeds the sharks, which are some of the colourful creatures in the vast aquarium.
The underwater expert enjoys the creative freedom he has been given in Abu Dhabi.
The underwater expert enjoys the creative freedom he has been given in Abu Dhabi.
He told of the challenges of preparing for the launch of the major attraction amid the Covid-19 pandemic.
He told of the challenges of preparing for the launch of the major attraction amid the Covid-19 pandemic.
Mr Hamilton said aquariums can play a key role in conservation efforts and help to educate the public.
Mr Hamilton said aquariums can play a key role in conservation efforts and help to educate the public.
Mr Hamilton speaks with one of the aquarium's divers.
Mr Hamilton speaks with one of the aquarium's divers.
Paul Hamilton is responsible for the wellbeing of thousands of marine animals.
Paul Hamilton is responsible for the wellbeing of thousands of marine animals.
Mr Hamilton out on the waters at the National Aquarium.
Mr Hamilton out on the waters at the National Aquarium.
The enchanting Ocean Magic Zone at The National Aquarium.
The enchanting Ocean Magic Zone at The National Aquarium.

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