Our Commitment Continues
Shedd Aquarium is saddened to share that this week, animal care teams had to say goodbye to the oldest resident sea otter, 21-year-old Yaku.
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!
Relationships are more than romantic
People most often celebrate love with candlelit dinners, heart-shaped chocolates and bunches of roses for their special someone on Valentine’s D...
Birds of Shedd
Thirteen of earth’s 10,000 species of birds call Shedd home, but why would birds live at an aquarium?
Aquatic Fashion Inspiration for New Year's Eve
Can’t find the perfect outfit to wear on New Year’s Eve? Whether you’d like your ensemble to sparkle and shine or you’d rather be in your pajama...
Seven Surprising Facts about Coral
When imagining the ocean, you might visualize the magnificent colors and shapes of a coral reef teeming with aquatic life. Though stunningly bea...
Visit 12 Incredible Species of Jellies at Shedd
Jellies can be found all around Shedd. While there are many species of jellies across the universe, Shedd is currently home to 12.