As a professional animatronics animal manufacturer, it is inevitable to identify which animal models are attractive in exhibitions or parks for potential customers, so that they can obtain basic information before making a purchase. We have previously recommended jungle animals and Ice Age animals, and now we are recommending 10 popular marine animal models.

Marine animatronics models have also become popular themed exhibits that attract a lot of visitors and discussions in zoos, amusement parks, and the like. These 10 best-selling animals are the polar bear, penguin, shark, whale, octopus, sea lion, seal, dolphin, seahorse, and walrus.

QUICK FACTS:

#1. Animatronics Polar Bear
#2. Animatronics Penguin
#3. Animatronics Shark
#4. Animatronics Whale
#5. Animatronics Octopus
#6. Animatronics Sea Lion
#7. Animatronics Seal
#8. Animatronics Dolphin
#9. Animatronics Seahorse
#10. Animatronics Walrus

1. Animatronics Polar Bear

Polar bears are animals that live within the Arctic Circle, and their current living environment has become threatened due to global warming. In the public’s impression, polar bears are large and adorably clumsy creatures, covered in thick white fur all over their bodies, capable of hunting large mammals and fish in the icy waters.

Polar bears are undisputedly marine animals, which is determined by their habitat in the Arctic Circle (most of which is ocean). The animatronics polar bear is absolutely the top favorite among the marine animal models we sell.

2. Animatronics Penguin

Penguins are animals that live in the Antarctic Circle, with a layer of fat thick enough to withstand the extreme cold of the region. Although it belongs to the bird family, it is a bird that cannot fly. It can dive into the icy waters of the Antarctic to hunt fish and is one of the most mysterious marine creatures on Earth. Nowadays, penguins are also common animals in major polar aquariums.

We will also definitely customize a penguin model about 1.2 meters tall. The sized penguin can be considered the size of an emperor penguin, making it relatively easy to install motors inside to move the beak and wings.

3. Animatronics Shark

Shark is undoubtedly the apex predators among marine carnivores. They possess terrifyingly sharp teeth, spine-chilling fins, and astonishing bite force. If you’ve seen the movie “Jaws“, you’ll develop an endless fear of this oceanic ruler.

In popular marine animal models, shark is also absolute top currents. A great white shark model with a body length of 5-10 meters can instantly shock people.

4. Animatronics Whale

Whale is definitely the largest behemoths in the ocean. It is the largest living mammal in the ocean and also the largest animal on Earth. Even an adult African elephant appears like a child in front of it.

And the animatronic blue whale model is currently our best-selling whale species. A small whale model usually has a body length of 5-6 meters, while a huge whale model can reach a body length of 10-15 meters. If placed in a theme park, it will become a large landmark.

5. Animatronics Octopus

How could the octopus be absent from the list of popular animals in the ocean? This strange eight-legged creature seems like an anomaly among Earth’s creatures. It has no bones throughout its body and is like a living lump of “flesh”.

Animatronics octopus model is often seen in ocean park or pirate world theme park. Especially for those large octopus models with a height or diameter exceeding 5-6 meters, they give a sense of fear that they come from the deep sea.

6. Animatronics Sea Lion

The adorable sea lions are the absolute star performers in the aquarium. They can be easily trained by animal trainers and provide children with entertaining performances. They are particularly friendly towards humans among the marine animals .

Usually, 1.2-1.5 meter long animatronic sea lion model or puppet are popular exhibits. This dynamic sea lion model is often displayed in theme park or playground where an oceanarium is not available. It is particularly popular among children

7. Animatronics Seal

The cute and playful seal is definitely the most approachable member among marine animals. It has an extremely cute and chubby appearance, and its whole body is furry. Believe me, once the baby seal appears in the aquarium, children will eagerly embrace it.

We also usually customize seal model that are 1-1.2 meter long. Alternatively, cartoon seal model is also very popular among children and are often exhibited in major amusement parks.

8. Animatronics Dolphin

Dolphin 🐬 is regarded as one of the friendliest friends of humanity. I believe many people have heard the story of dolphins saving drowning people in their childhood. Once see a cute group of dolphins in the ocean, it also symbolizes the beginning of good luck.

Animatronic dolphin models are often exhibited as regulars in theme parks. We often customize dolphin style rides for children to play with.

9. Animatronics Seahorse

The seahorse, this peculiar creature, is still unknown to many people whether it is a marine animal or a plant. But this peculiar, horse-like creature that swims in the sea can capture children’s attention the moment while it appears. Animatronic seahorse models are often popular photo spots when they appear in amusement parks or children’s playgrounds.

We also often customize large seahorse models, about 1.2-2 meters tall, for our clients to place in theme parks. Children can’t resist interacting with them.

10. Animatronics Walrus

Large walruses can be considered an endangered marine species on Earth. With global warming and the melting of ocean glaciers, their living space is shrinking. I really hope that walruses won’t just be captive creatures that can only be seen in aquariums in the future.

We typically manufacture larger walrus models to meet the needs of various aquariums and natural history museums. Placing animatronic walruses in these locations can be a great way to promote science.

Conclusion

These are the most popular marine-themed animal models we sold in 2025. These are undoubtedly top-tier marine animal science exhibits in aquariums and natural history museums, and also powerful tools for attracting visitors to major theme parks and children’s playgrounds.