Aquarium
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| First appearance | Gone Fishing, page 1 June 20, 2011 |
| Related characters | Mike, Lucy, Daisy, Paulo, David, Yashy |
The Aquarium appears once, when Lucy first shows her aquaphobia and Paulo has a seal-feeding misadventure.
Appearance
The Aquarium is shown with two distinct areas in Gone Fishing:
- Interior Exhibits: The main area features massive tanks filled with a vibrant variety of fish and lush aquatic plants. Even the sharks make an appearance, much to Paulo’s delight (and Lucy’s horror)![1]
- Seal Feeding Area: An outdoor section where visitors can watch seal feedings, complete with a small pool and a platform from which selected volunteers can participate in feeding the animals.[2]
Key events
- Uncovering Lucy’s Aquaphobia: This field trip marks the first mention of Lucy’s aquaphobia in the series. While the exact origins remain a mystery, it’s hinted that Mike is somehow involved. Lucy’s discomfort around the aquarium tanks is palpable, and Paulo’s shark-teasing antics certainly don’t help matters![3]
- Paulo’s Seal-y Shenanigans: Never one to miss a chance for mischief, Paulo volunteers to feed the seals during the outdoor show. But his attempt to trick the seal backfires spectacularly, landing him in the water and sending poor Lucy into a fresh wave of aquatic anxiety![4]
- Mike to the Rescue: At the height of Lucy’s distress, Mike steps in to offer some much-needed comfort. It’s a sweet moment that makes their special bond clear... but Daisy’s not exactly thrilled to see her “Mikie” playing the knight in shining armor for another damsel.[5]
Trivia & observations
- This is the first appearance of Lucy’s aquaphobia, a fear that will continue to play a role in future chapters and her character development.
- There’s an early hint that Mike is somehow involved in Lucy’s aquaphobia, suggesting a shared history between these central characters.