Meet the Belugas
The beluga whales at Shedd are ambassadors for their species, helping millions of guests every year form a deeper connection to the aquatic worl...
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!
Sharing in the Loss of Beethoven and Rain
Today we share the difficult loss of two beluga whales at Shedd Aquarium: Beethoven, a 34-year-old male who had been part of Shedd’s resident po...
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...
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 ...