Decades Later, Scientist Reunites with Sea Turtle He Saved
Scientist Matt Finn rescued injured sea turtle in 1998...and didn't see her again for nearly 20 years afterward, until a heartfelt reunion at Sh...
Stories
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!
Shedd Responders Help Alaska Sea Otter Pup
Our Animal Response Team sent two members to the Alaska SeaLife Center, in Seward contributing to 24-hour care for a rescued sea otter pup in 20...
Surgery for a Sawfish
For the well-being of Shedd's largest fish and the team that cares for her, keeping a safe distance is the best policy unless Ginsu absolutely r...
Aquarium FAQ: Do Fishes Sleep?
Among the at least 30,000 species of fresh- and saltwater fishes to study, scientists have observed an array of sleep behaviors and adaptations ...
Michelle Sattler and Sea Turtle Nickel
Michelle’s relationship with Nickel goes back even before the turtle arrived at Shedd in April 2003.
Rescued, Rehabilitated, Released, Rehomed: Stories of the Animal Response Team
For more than 50 years, Shedd Aquarium has devoted people and resources to helping animals in urgent need.