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Shedd Aquarium Taps Gabriel Nieves for Chief Human Resources Officer Role
Shedd Aquarium hires Gabriel Nieves as the institution's Chief Human Resources Officer. Nieves, previously of PAWS Chicago, will overs...
Photo: Gabriel Nieves
“Glimmer of Hope” - Shedd Aquarium Researchers Rescue Coral Survivors of Florida Bleaching Event
The remarkable discovery of live staghorn coral colonies is crucial for the future of this critically endangered species, enabling additional re...
A Century in the Making: Shedd Aquarium’s Historic Rotunda Reimagined as the Wonder of Water Exhibit
Shedd Aquarium’s historic rotunda space returns with a new exhibit, Wonder of Water, featuring two bustling habitats brimming with activity – on...
Celebrating One Year of Rescued Sea Otter Seldovia at Shedd
The most recent rescued sea otter at Shedd, Seldovia, is celebrating his one-year anniversary at the aquarium and his continued growth and progr...
Shedd Aquarium Streamlines Arrival and Builds Belonging with Enhanced Entry Experience
Shedd Aquarium opened a new, enhanced entry experience that greatly improves the physical accessibility of the historic building, while providin...
Photo: Brenna Hernandez
Discover Amazing Animal Adaptations with Shedd Aquarium’s New Amazon Rising Programs
These eye-to-eye experiences give guests the opportunity to ask questions and learn about different behaviors and abilities that allow the anima...
For the Love of Suckers: Volunteers Contribute to Research on Key Freshwater Fishes
A new paper published today reveals how volunteers across three states enabled researchers to gather seven years of data on the spawning migrati...
Amazon Rising Returns to Shedd Aquarium, Sparking a New Era for Conservation Awareness
Shedd Aquarium’s Amazon Rising exhibit returns with a commitment to connect guests to biodiversity, biology and animal behaviors in novel ways.
Making a Splash: Rockhopper Penguin Chicks Take First Swim and Join Exhibit
Hatched on June 18 and June 20, the two rockhopper penguin chicks recently shed their soft, fluffy feathers for sleek, waterproof ones, allowing...
Research Shows Queen Conch Populations in Marine Reserves Replenish Populations Beyond the Reserve
This research in The Bahamas identifies where additional protections could help to ensure the survival of future queen conch generations.
Spark Curiosity Beyond the Classroom with Shedd Aquarium’s Learning Programs and Offerings
Shedd strives to bring all students closer to the environment in schools, in nature and virtually.
Photo: Shedd Aquarium/Heidi Zeiger
Shedd Aquarium Names Christine White Senior Vice President of External Affairs and Marketing
With the aquarium's Centennial Commitment well underway, White will steward Shedd through several important institution milestones, champion the...
Beluga Whale, Naya, Gives Birth at Shedd Aquarium
Shedd Aquarium has welcomed the first beluga calf in four years to the Abbott Oceanarium. Animal care and veterinary teams are watching the pair...
Photo: Shedd Aquarium/Brenna Hernandez
Nest Neighbors: Two New Rockhopper Penguin Chicks Hatched and on Exhibit With Parents at Shedd Aquarium
The penguin colony at Shedd Aquarium recently grew by two members, as two penguin pairs welcomed and are actively raising chicks.
Participate in Plastic Free July with Shedd Aquarium
Shedd provides a variety of ways for everyone to get involved in Plastic Free July, particularly with the inaugural Plastic Free Restaurant Week...
This Shark Week, Keep Sharks Swimming with Shedd Aquarium
Shedd offers a variety of ways to connect with sharks and rays, dive deeper to discover their unique adaptations and advocate for their protecti...
Shedd Aquarium Lends a Hand for Rescue and Rehabilitation of California Pinnipeds
Members of the animal care and animal health teams at Shedd Aquarium spent two weeks providing extra support at the start of the busy season for...
Shedd Aquarium Targets Inequality in Environmental Education Through New Investments and Programs
Shedd Aquarium is sharing new plans and programs meant to make environmental education and nature-based science learning more equitable for Chic...
New study finds global reef shark conservation depends on a combination of protected areas and national fisheries management
Marine protected areas (MPAs), areas that provide legal protection to important marine and coastal ecosystems, often have more reef sharks compa...
Giant Sea Bass Join Shedd’s Kelp Forest Habitat in Oceans Gallery
Gliding through the kelp leaves among sharks and flounders, two giant sea bass (Stereolepsis gigas) are exploring their new habitat in ...
Sneak Peek of New Exhibits Coming This Year at Shedd Aquarium
Shedd Aquarium offers a rare preview of the two new, science-forward exhibits, Wonder of Water and Amazon Rising, and an enhanced entry, which –...
Photo: © Shedd Aquarium in collaboration with Valerio Dewalt Train and Visualized Concepts
Study Shows Natural Shorelines Support Greater Biodiversity in the Chicago River
New research published today sheds light on the positive effects of maintaining natural shoreline structure on freshwater ecosystems, as opposed...
Get Close and Conserve Nature This Summer with Shedd Aquarium
This summer, Shedd offers up-close encounters with wildlife – both at the aquarium and beyond – that contribute to conserving animals, habitats ...
Engineer Gobies: Shedd’s Masters of Spring Cleaning
Those searching for some extra spring cleaning inspiration might be surprised to find it from the aquatic animal world, but look no further...
Shedd Aquarium Joins AZA SAFE Program and Raises Critically Endangered Sea Stars for Conservation
Shedd Aquarium is proud to announce its participation in the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) Saving Animals From Extinction
Chicago Fire FC Announces New Partnership with Shedd Aquarium
Chicago Fire FC and Shedd Aquarium today announced a new partnership to cross-promote the unique entertainment, cultural, and educational experi...
Photo: Chicago Fire FC
Prevent Plastic Pollution with Shedd this Earth Day
This Earth Month, Shedd Aquarium is offering opportunities to take collective action to curb plastic pollution, helping to create a better and h...
One Year Later: Chicago’s Two Centers for Species Survival Report Conservation Progress for Earth Day
Chicago's two Centers for Species Survival share conservation progress and updates from the field one year after their establishment in par...
Shedd Spotlights Springtime Courtship and Rituals of Aquatic Life
From choosing very particular rocks to synchronizing movements, many of Shedd’s residents have unique ways of coupling throughout the season and...