Marine Science Institute, Mustang Island

This is a marine research facility located on Mustang Island.
On the self-guided tour of dunes and salt-water marsh habitat.

An abundance of wildlife on the dunes, birds everywhere, and fish and turtles in the water.

Pat with part of the skull of a whale that was found in the gulf.

In our quest to see and experience as much as we have time for, we recently visited the University of Texas' marine research facility here on Mustang Island. It's located adjacent to the ship canal along the south jetty. They recently completed an outdoor interpretive area for dune and salt-marsh habitat. The paths and walkways protect the fragile landscape from the feet of many visitors while still allowing the very close observation of nature. Inside the headquarters building are exhibits of marine life present in the Gulf of Mexico. A visit here is a good way to spend an afternoon.