Kemp’s ridley (Lepidochelys kempii) Stranding Location: Myrtle Beach, SC Arrival Date: 6/8/23 Age: Juvenile Weight: 3.02 kg (6.66 lbs) Case History Parmesan was hooked by an angler through their left, front flipper on the Myrtle Beach State Park Fishing Pier. Fortunately, it was a shallow wound and the…
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We live within a world of water. In fact, our planet’s five oceans unite to connect us in so many ways, and yet we still don’t fully comprehend them. Both above the waves and below, we benefit from the expansive offerings the ocean provides. Countless Contributions The ocean produces…
Jun
01
Get out your magnifying glass, don your Sherlock cap and get ready to put those observation skills to the test! It's time to take a closer look at some of the more mysterious animals here at the Aquarium that may take a moment to spot. So keep an eye…
May
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Kemp’s ridley (Lepidochelys kempii) Stranding Location: Garden City, SC Arrival Date: 5/12/23 Age: Juvenile Weight: 2.06 kg (4.54 lbs) Case History Gorgonzola was caught by an angler at the Garden City Fishing Pier in Horry County. The pier staff quickly responded by supporting the turtle with a dip…
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Green (Chelonia mydas) Stranding Location: Myrtle Beach State Park, SC Arrival Date: 4/23/23 Age: Juvenile Weight: 3.12 kg (6.88 lbs) Case History Queso was caught by an angler at Myrtle Beach State Park Fishing Pier. South Carolina Department of Natural Resources transporters picked up the little green and…
May
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Let’s meditate a moment on water. Studies show that being in, on, under or near it can have positive effects on mental health. It can lower anxiety and reduce stress, while bolstering feelings of happiness and calm. It sustains life on Earth, while rejuvenating us in ways that may…
Apr
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Our city is an urban environment that naturally incorporates the outdoors in almost every aspect. Here, nature is all around us — we kayak on Shem Creek, dine waterside with family and friends and hike along nature trails on the weekend. In Charleston, nature is truly part of our…
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Green (Chelonia mydas) Stranding Location: Folly Beach Arrival Date: 4/15/23 Age: Juvenile Weight: 2.83 kg (6.2 lbs) Case History This small, juvenile green turtle stranded on Folly Beach late in the evening on April 14. Folly Beach Turtle Watch permit holder, Dave Miller, responded and kept the turtle…
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Green (Chelonia mydas) Stranding Location: Folly Beach, SC Arrival Date: 4/12/23 Age: Juvenile Weight: 3.98 kg (8.7 lbs) Case History Mozzarella, a juvenile green sea turtle, was found floating and unable to dive in Folly Creek by our friends at Charleston Outdoor Adventures. They reported the stranding, and…
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