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Feeding the Animals at Shedd

When the aquarium is quiet, the lights are dim and few are awake, the animal care team at Shedd Aquarium begins their morning: chopping, mixing and preparing food for 32,000 animals. From feeding the smallest of creatures to gentle giants, learn how Shedd delivers delicious and nutritious meals to every animal.

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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!