What’s in a Name? Sometimes Weirdness
As you stroll through Shedd Aquarium, you’ll find animals with typical, conventional names. But you’ll also stumble upon spotted unicorn ta...
Stories
A Coral Rescue Mission: Dry Tortugas National Park
In summer 2023, our coral research team led an expedition to the Dry Tortugas in Florida that revealed severe coral bleaching and die-off due to record-hot water temperatures. A year later, and expecting bleaching events to continue, the team embarked on a critical mission: rescue and save the remaining live staghorn corals before it was too late.
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!
6 Ways You Depend on the Ocean — Even if you Don’t Live Near it!
Both people and the planet are made up of at least 70% water, yet the connection between the us and the ocean is often overlooked.
Meet the Sharks
These awe-inspiring predators are found across our ocean — and throughout Shedd Aquarium. Look closer at the sharks that live here!
A Lifetime of Discovery
Celebrating the life of Lucille, a whitespotted guitarfish who made a tremendous impact in her nearly 20 years at the aquarium.
A Perfect Visit for Adults
There's so much to discover about the aquatic animal world! Start exploring at Shedd and make connections with nature like never before.
10 Ways to Act for the Earth
The choices you make every day can help our shared blue planet!