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Currents

Aug 13

Laddy

Kemp's ridley (Lepidochelys kempii) Stranding Location: Morris Island Lighthouse, Folly Beach, SC Arrival Date: 08/05/2015 Age: Juvenile Weight: 2.68 kg (~6 lb.) Case History This young Kemp’s ridley was caught on hook-and-line by a fisherman near the Morris Island Lighthouse. The turtle swallowed the large hook and, thus, was in…
Aug 13

Happy Birthday, Caretta!

Now through August 14, we are celebrating the birthday of Charleston’s favorite loggerhead sea turtle, Caretta! The sassy and spunky star of the Great Ocean Tank is turning 28 and she will be treated to a special fishy birthday cake. Share in the celebration by signing her birthday card! Caretta…
Aug 12

Ask Before You Order to Help End Illegal Shark Finning

Sharks are fascinating, yet often misunderstood. These captivating creatures have been portrayed in the media and pop culture as ferocious killers for years as a result of movies like “Jaws,” but the truth is that humans should be helping to protect them, not fear them. As top ocean predators, they…
Aug 07

Norris

Loggerhead (Caretta caretta) Stranding Location: South Litchfield, SC Arrival Date: 08/01/2015 Age: juvenile Weight: 33.8 kg (~75 pounds) Case History Paddle boarders out enjoying South Carolina’s beautiful waterways came across this extremely sick and lethargic loggerhead in South Litchfield near…
Jul 30

Pane e Vino: A Good Catch Dinner

Monday, August 31, savor an authentic Italian four-course Good Catch dinner at Pane e Vino! Chef Alfredo Temelini has prepared a mouthwatering menu with wine pairings that includes only the freshest, finest ingredients. A Good Catch Platinum Partner, Pane e Vino goes above and beyond, working with Good Catch Manager…
Jul 28

Kia

Loggerhead (Caretta caretta) Stranding Location: Kiawah, SC Arrival Date: 07/18/2015 Age: juvenile Weight: 36.3 kg (~80 pounds) Case History This juvenile loggerhead was rescued by the amazing Kiawah Beach Patrol near the Ocean Course Clubhouse. One look at this sea turtle and patrollers knew s/he needed assistance. Kia was clearly…
Jul 28

Discovery

Loggerhead (Caretta caretta) Stranding Location: Charleston Harbor, SC Arrival Date: 07/16/2015 Age: juvenile Weight: 30.0 kg (~66 pounds) Case History This small juvenile loggerhead was incidentally caught in a trawl net in the Charleston Harbor and brought on board an education vessel operated by the SCDNR, the E/V Discovery. Once…
Jul 27

Small Fish, Big Impact

Choosing small, less common species may help replenish the ocean’s fish populations. A recent New Yorker article by John Donohue, The Case for Eating Small Fish, highlights one aspect of the urgent need for a shift in the worldwide seafood supply and demand chain. A potential approach we can take…
Jul 27

August 5 is National Oyster Day!

In celebration of National Oyster Day, we are highlighting the ways that these sustainable and nutritious bivalves benefit the ocean! Oysters have a low impact on the ocean – they do not require additional ocean resources to feed. They filter-feed on tiny particles including phytoplankton and organic matter already found…
Jul 17

Make your Aquarium Event Zero Waste

We are constantly striving to find new ways to protect the environment with improved Green efforts. From the energy efficiency of our building to the sustainable seafood choices we make, caring for the planet is at the heart of everything we do at the Aquarium. Whether you're planning a swanky…
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