Small Steps, Encouraging Signs
We're seeing some welcome signs of progress among the six rescued belugas at Shedd. As they settle into more familiar routines, the whales are g...
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Beluga Rescue Updates & Stories
We’re keeping you close to the latest news, updates and stories about the newest belugas at Shedd and their journeys of rescue, care and wellbeing. Follow along here for more about their arrivals, how they’re adjusting to life at Shedd and more!
An Inside Look at Shedd
As you watch the sea otters play in the Abbott Oceanarium, how can you tell Cooper from Watson? What's it like to drop everything and rush to Canada to help rescue a stranded beluga whale? Discover yourself with Shedd's stories and updates, sharing everything from new arrivals to animal rescues across the globe!
The Rescued Belugas: Updates on Loss, Health and On-Going Care
The story of these rescued belugas has reached far beyond Shedd, bringing people together around a shared hope for their future. So many of you ...
Small Steps for the Rescued Belugas
As the rescued belugas continue settling in at Shedd, they’re becoming more familiar with the people caring for them. Getting to know each whale...
Following the Clinical Evidence: Preliminary Medical Findings from the Losses of Peekachu, Rain and Beethoven
Today, as part of our ongoing updates, we are sharing important preliminary medical findings from the investigation into the losses of rescued b...
Remembering Osiris, a Rescued Beluga Whale
We are disheartened to share that Osiris, a 26-year-old rescued female beluga that came to us in late July, has passed away.
Doing Rounds with Resident and Rescued Belugas
Every day, Shedd’s animal care and veterinary teams are building a clearer picture of how ...