Remembering Peekachu, a Rescued Beluga Whale
We are deeply and profoundly saddened to share the loss of Peekachu – a 23-year-old female beluga whale recently rescued by Shedd Aquarium as pa...
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!
Belugas and Beethoven: How Music Inspires Conservation
The beluga whales’ chirps, whistles and clicks were met with the melody of orchestral music on a crisp spring morning. The Chicago Sinfonietta j...
A Heartfelt Goodbye to Kayavak
With heavy hearts, we say goodbye to 25-year-old beluga whale, Kayavak.
Essay: How Do You Measure Animal Wellness?
Read this commentary by guest writer Dr. Isabella Clegg, cetacean expert of the organization Animal Welfare Expertise, to expound on one of our ...
Katrl and Naya both welcome newborns!
Still in celebration mode following the arrival of Bella’s calf just 10-days ago, Shedd Aquarium is thrilled to announce two more exciting addit...
Shedd and beluga whale Bella welcome an energetic calf!
The Shedd Aquarium family welcomed an energetic beluga whale calf after first-time mother Bella gavebirth on Friday, August 21 at 8:42 p.m. Anim...