It was founded by Vince Covino and features hands-on animal interactions at shopping malls throughout the United States.

[3] SeaQuest has attracted considerable controversy and legal issues due to concerns over its animal care standards.

[10] SeaQuest provides an immersive experience for visitors by allowing guests to touch, feed, and interact with exotic birds, reptiles, mammals, and marine life through hands-on exhibits throughout the aquarium.

[17] In December 2024, SeaQuest filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection after it was revealed that animals and employees were placed in dangerous conditions at the company's locations.

[3] SeaQuest organized an event in collaboration with Layton Communities That Care to support the prevention underage drinking.

[33][34] SeaQuest has been subject to boycott and protests by animal-rights advocates such as PETA[35] and actor Alec Baldwin, who blocked an aquarium from being constructed on Long Island.