Eight Strange and Wonderful Facts About Octopuses
Octopuses can rival the creatures of science fiction: big-eyed, multi-armed, soft-bodied, shape-shifting and venomous, with incredible inte...
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Sustainability at Shedd
From sparking curiosity about animal adaptations to installing solar panels on our building’s roof, Shedd Aquarium is taking steps every day to ensure a thriving blue future for wildlife and people alike.
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!
5 Fascinating Shark Facts
Since the Jaws theme song rumbled into theaters and its sharks swam across our screens, pop-culture around sharks has been riddled with misconce...
Life at the Bottom: Eight Aquatic Animals in the Benthic Zone
Creatures that live at the bottom of oceans, lakes and rivers are called benthic. At the aquarium, look down to see animals creeping, crawl...
Providing a Home and Care for Loke and Elelo
Photo: ©Shedd Aquarium/Brenna Hernandez
6 Ways to Reduce Plastic Consumption
Explore six ways you can help reduce plastic at home.
Experience the Rainbow: Vibrant Animals for Pride Month
The aquatic animal world is effervescent. It’s vibrant, thrilling, varied and expansive, much like the human world. There is much more in common...