The Great Big Unknown: Studying Freshwater Mussels in Central America
As part of Shedd’s designation as a Center for Species Survival: Freshwater by the International Union for the Conservation of Nature’s Species ...
Stories
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!
A Weighty Anniversary for Nickel
On Nickel’s first day in the 90,000-gallon Caribbean Reef habitat on July 22, 2003, she took to her new home as if she’d always lived there.
On The (Egg) Hunt
Nature astounds in spring as green buds grow anew on trees, flowers reach for the sun as they push up past the soil and animals bring forth new ...
Creature Feature: The Peculiar Mudpuppy
When you hear the word “mudpuppy” what do you picture?
It’s not a dirty dog, but rather a large, gray-brown, four-toed salamander with f...
The Mystery Fish: Shedd Aquarium Invests in Larval Marine Fish Science and Sustainability
Wild Reef’s shark habitat, mirroring a thriving coral reef, is literally teeming with life. When Shedd’s animal care experts found new eggs in t...
Creature Feature: Hidden Value of the Longnose Gar
The longnose gar is a curious-looking species, with a long skinny body complementing the slender snout that gives them their name. While this ma...