7 Animals Important to Latin Countries and Cultures
Latinx Heritage Month, which takes place September 15 – October 15, honors those diverse cultures, rich histories and storied contributions of L...
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Beluga Rescue Updates & Stories
We’re keeping you close to the latest news, updates and stories about the newest belugas at Shedd and their journeys of rescue, care and wellbeing. Follow along here for more about their arrivals, how they’re adjusting to life at Shedd and more!
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!
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...
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
Creature Feature: Protecting the Brilliant Brook Trout
Displaying a dazzling array of colors on their shimmering scales, the brook trout (Salvelinus fontinalis) is one of the most beautiful ...
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 ...