With Heavy Hearts, Mourning Loss of Pacific White-Sided Dolphin
On Oct. 2, 2024, Elelo – a Pacific white-sided dolphin at Shedd – passed away just over a year after he was urgently relocated from Miami Seaqua...
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8 Things to Do at Shedd
Summer is the perfect time to escape your routine, explore somewhere new (or enjoy a staycation!) and spend time with friends and family. Whether you’re packing your days full of adventure or taking it slow and steady, there’s one place you should add to your agenda — Shedd Aquarium!
Shedd is full of mesmerizing exhibits, stunning aquatic life and memories waiting to be made. Let’s dive into the top things to do at Shedd during your summer visit.
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!
Surprising Biodiversity on the Chicago River
Tucked between Chicago’s Bridgeport and McKinley Park neighborhoods, Bubbly Creek is a hidden gem for many reasons – it has a rich history, it p...
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 ...
Protecting the Great Lakes from Plastic
More than 22 million pounds of plastic enter the Great Lakes every year. Taking action against plastic pollution will help protect aquatic ...
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...
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.