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Currents

Jan 01
The exterior of the South Carolina Aquarium is shown on an overcast day.

Fortifying our Mountain Forest

A new year means new, exciting projects happening around the Aquarium, and we’re kicking off 2023 with a project to fortify our outdoor Mountain Forest exhibit. Beginning January 9, this exhibit will be closed to the public as we replace the mesh surrounding its exterior. We expect this exhibit…
Dec 08

Take Climate Action: Reduce and Recycle Holiday Waste

We don’t have to wait to make a New Year's resolution to minimize our climate impact! Let’s get a jump start by evaluating changes to our holiday decorating, meals and gifts this year. With a little bit of research, we can lessen our impact on the climate with just…
Dec 08

Say It Ain’t Snow, Santa’s on the Coast

You may have been lucky enough to spot Howard Hogue, the famous Beach Santa, regularly sweeping the Isle of Palms beachfront, searching for and discarding hundreds of thousands of pieces of litter. Often donning a jolly, red outfit, occasional Santa hat and handing out "business cards" in the form…
Dec 01
A roseate spoonbill flies across the Saltmarsh Aviary at the South Carolina Aquarium.

Ask an Expert: Why Are Roseate Spoonbills Pink?

Picture this: During your visit to the Aquarium, you’re taking a stroll through the Saltmarsh Aviary when all of a sudden, there’s a flash of pink. Next thing you know, two small, flamingo-like birds appear. From the ground up, they're quite a colorful sight: bright pink feet and slender…
Dec 01

Who in the World is Brian Skerry?

How could you impact the world if, every day, you had the opportunity to share experiences with humanity that most will never witness in their lifetime? For Brian Skerry, National Geographic Explorer and celebrated underwater photographer, he captures these rare moments and shares them with the world, spreading messages…
Nov 30

Ask an Expert: What is Sea Turtle Enrichment?

Have you ever wondered why a sea turtle is swimming around with a seemingly random object in their tank? Chances are you're witnessing a form of enrichment in action! Enrichment is a tool we give to our animals to encourage natural actions and behaviors. By introducing new enrichment items…
Nov 29

Giving Tuesday: Support the Future of Our Education Programs

Dear Aquarium family, I’m Brian Thill, director of education here at the Aquarium. One day, I was walking along the Charleston Harbor with a colleague when we came across the Maritime Center. I gazed at it, with its four big garage bay doors and its balcony overlooking the harbor,…
Nov 11
Neon lights shaped like birds and aquatic animals light up during an Aquarium Aglow event at South Carolina Aquarium.

Shining a Light: Animal Wellbeing During Aquarium Aglow

As the holiday season quickly approaches, the halls of the Aquarium are bustling in preparation for Aquarium Aglow! If you visit us during the day this November or December, you’ll likely notice new lighting structures being installed, exhibits staff anchoring decorative elements in and around tanks and perhaps a…
Nov 08

Take Climate Action: Be a Conscious Consumer

‘Tis the season to peruse the shelves for the perfect gifts for friends and family! Did you know that the gifts you choose can have a big impact on the environment? As you start to make your list, be sure to check it twice to ensure you're taking positive…
Nov 01

An Interview with Alizé Carrère

It’s rare to hear someone list their favorite career memory as being peed on by a black-and-white ruffed lemur while in the field in Madagascar. For environmental anthropologist and filmmaker Alizé Carrère, it’s just one of many experiences that have taken her around the globe in search of communities…
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