Study Documents Prevalence of Fish Disease Using Photos Collected by Public
A Shedd Aquarium research biologist published a new research study that documents the prevalence of a fish disease, black spot disease, across Nort...
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Shedd Aquarium Gives Blanding's Turtles a Head-Start with the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County
Last week, Shedd Aquarium released 23 state-endangered Blanding’s turtles (Emydoidea blandingii) in a protected site at a suburban forest preserve ...
Fun Activities for the Whole Family at Shedd Aquarium This Fall
Take a deeper dive into the world of aquatic animals at Shedd Aquarium with a variety of learning opportunities for all ages. These programs, speci...
Marine Microbial Ecologist Joins Shedd Aquarium
Shedd Aquarium welcomes a new scientist to its Aquarium Microbiome Research program– the world’s first comprehensive look at microbiomes in aquariu...
Letter from Shedd Aquarium: Endangered Species Need Our Help and Our Voices
Our federal government has finalized changes that weaken the Endangered Species Act. We urge our supporters to continue to raise their voice for en...
Meet Calista and Carmen, Two Magellanic Penguins Named by Members at Shedd Aquarium
Shedd Aquarium officially announced the names of two new Magellanic penguin chicks (Spheniscus magellanicus) previously known as Chick 420 and 421.
Beluga Calf Growth Right on Track at Shedd Aquarium
A recent health check-up with the new beluga calf at Shedd Aquarium revealed that the calf is growing at an incredibly healthy rate. In fact, the y...
Scientist Joins Shedd Aquarium Research Team to Study Frogs, Salamanders in Chicagoland Area
A new research biologist, Dr. Melissa Youngquist, joined Shedd Aquarium’s Daniel P. Haerther Center for Conservation and Research this summer, addi...
Shedd Aquarium Hosts Sold-Out Party with a Purpose, "Out of the BLU"
On July 27, over 900 of Chicago’s wildlife enthusiasts and socialites came together at Shedd Aquarium for the sold-out signature fundraising fête, ...
Two Rescued Sea Otter Pups Find Open Arms at Shedd Aquarium
A recognized leader in animal care and rehabilitation, Chicago's Shedd Aquarium announced today that it has welcomed two orphaned southern sea otte...
Shedd Aquarium Welcomes Healthy Beluga Whale Calf
Shedd Aquarium, a leader in animal care and welfare, announced that Mauyak (MY-yak), a 38-year-old beluga whale (Delphinapterus leucas) gave birth ...
Animal Care Experts from Shedd Aquarium Respond to Partner's Call to Rescue, Rehab Wild California Sea Lions in Need
A large influx of sick adult California sea lions and malnourished pups has created a crisis situation, with organizations like the Channel Islands...
Shedd Aquarium Efforts Recognized with American Alliance of Museums Award
The American Alliance of Museums (AAM), the only organization representing the entire scope of the museum community, has awarded Shedd Aquarium wit...
Best Things to See, Touch, Hear and Do at Shedd Aquarium This Summer
Shedd Calling all animal enthusiasts and nature lovers this summer to Shedd Aquarium to get immersed in the aquatic world. Whether it's a visit to ...
Shedd Aquarium Black Tie Gala, Reflections, Celebrates 25 Year Anniversary and Raises Nearly $2 Million to Advance Mission
Leaders from Chicago’s philanthropic community came together at Shedd Aquarium on Saturday, May 18, to support the aquarium’s vision for a world th...
New Arrivals: Shedd Welcomes Sibling Penguin Hatchlings
Shedd Aquarium, a leader in animal care, welcomed two Magellanic penguin chicks (Spheniscus magellanicus) following the annual breeding season that...
Kayak with Shedd Aquarium to Explore, Restore Chicago River this Summer
Chicagoland residents and visitors are invited to join Shedd Aquarium on unique kayaking experiences on the Chicago River this summer through the a...
Shedd Aquarium Veterinarians Examine a Blackspotted Puffer
Shedd Aquarium shared a behind-the-scenes look at an exam of a blackspotted puffer (Arothon nigropuncatus) late last week to give the public a bett...
Shedd Aquarium Makes New Commitments to Cut Back on Plastic
On Earth Day 2019, aquariums across the United States are leading by example in the fight against one of the threats facing ocean and freshwater an...
New Study Provides Hope for How to Save the Queen Conch Fishery in The Bahamas
After a 2018 review of queen conch populations in The Bahamas indicated rapid declines, a new research study brings hope for how to save the imperi...
Lincoln Park Zoo, Shedd Aquarium, and Brookfield Zoo Announce Family-Friendly Events to Support the Environment
Chicagoland families can get out into nature and improve the health of our planet during Party for the Planet® Spring into Action, a series of cele...
Choose Your Own Adventure During Spring Break at Shedd Aquarium
As families get ready to decide how to spend their Spring Break, Shedd Aquarium is sharing a list of exciting happenings at the aquarium.
New Sensory Friendly Offerings Expand Shedd's Accessibility Offerings
As part of a continued commitment to foster a welcoming and inclusive culture, Shedd Aquarium is expanding its accessibility offerings for guests w...
Shedd Aquarium's Animal Response Team Joins International Dolphin Rescue Effort
Veterinarians from The Maryland Zoo, the Saint Louis Zoo and Chicago's Shedd Aquarium traveled nearly 4,000 miles to rescue dolphins in central Bol...
Animals at Shedd Get Into the Big Ten Tournament Spirit
Playtime and training are daily occurrence at Shedd Aquarium, but it’s not every day that the animals pick sides for a basketball tournament.
Shedd After Hours Events Launch for Adult-Only Audiences
Shedd Aquarium is launching a new series of events for guests 21 and older with special programming and custom food and drink options designed to o...
New Sea Otter Extraordinary Experience at Shedd Supports Care and Rescue Work
Shedd Aquarium is launching Chicago's first sea otter encounter program, giving guests an entirely new way to interact up-close with the popular ma...
Animals Receive Valentine's from Trainers at Shedd Aquarium
For Valentine’s Day, Shedd’s animal trainers handcrafted heart-shaped treats and even sprinkled rose petals in some habitats getting into the holid...
Shedd Expands Conservation Research Team to Preserve Freshwater, Marine Biodiversity
Three new research biologists joined the conservation research team at Shedd Aquarium, bringing new areas of expertise in freshwater and marine eco...
Study Says Changes Needed to Protect Conch in The Bahamas
Queen conch, Lobatus gigas, is a marine snail with an iconic shell that serves as a culinary staple in The Bahamas. However, thousands of years of ...