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Though the Aquarium is currently closed to the public, our animal care continues behind the scenes. We’re virtually turning our walls into windows and bringing you along to shadow …

Never waste a crisis. I’ve been following the coronavirus closely since January. I was that crazy person calling their aunts and uncles on Valentine’s Day to send love and …

Tell us more about Casual Crabbing with Tia. It’s an experience that I lead here in my hometown where I get to teach folks about my beloved blue crab and …

Though the Aquarium is currently closed to the public, our animal care continues behind the scenes. We’re virtually turning our walls into windows and bringing you along to shadow …

Oysters are no ordinary animal, and their recycled shells are no exception. These guys perform amazing filtration for our local waters, provide vital habitat for marine life and protect …

What better way to get into the Valentine’s Day spirit than by reigniting your love affair with the ocean? To do just that, the South Carolina Aquarium welcomed Dr. …

Green Sea Turtle (Chelonia mydas) Stranding Location: Coffin Point, St. Helena, SCArrival Date: 2/24/20Age: JuvenileWeight: 5.7 lb. (2.6 kg) Case History This juvenile green sea turtle was found in …

Green Sea Turtle (Chelonia mydas) Stranding Location: Charleston Harbor Shipping Channel, Charleston SCArrival Date: 2/14/20Age: JuvenileWeight: 5.7 lbs (2.61 kg) Case History During the early morning hours of Valentine’s …

Did you know we were greeted with some “whaley” surprising visitors a few weeks back? That’s right – North Atlantic right whales began their winter migration and swam close …

Green Sea Turtle (Chelonia mydas) Stranding Location: Charleston Harbor Shipping Channel, Charleston SCArrival Date: 1/17/20Age: JuvenileWeight: 5.8 lbs (2.67 kg) Case History Cannon was pulled up in the hopper …