Shark skin is covered by a layer of dermal denticles, otherwise known as placoid scales, that are made of the same…
Aug
22
Jul
11
It’s true — stingrays have teeth! But what would you say if we told you that stingray teeth closely resemble human teeth? Have you ever fed our stingrays in The Shallows? If so, you might've glimpsed what appears to be a ridge of teeth but — spoiler alert —…
Jun
01
It’s a beautiful, sunny summer day in Charleston and you’re cruising on your boat, enjoying every moment. The wind’s in your hair, the sun’s on your face and the salty air is giving you all those endless summer vibes. As you veer toward your favorite fishing spot, you feel…
May
09
What lives in brackish water, has seven subspecies and is the only species included in the genus Malaclemys? If you guessed the diamondback terrapin, you’re correct! We love questions, and in a recent Ask an Expert submission, we were asked what characteristics separate a male from a female terrapin.…
Apr
29
Close your eyes. Take a deep breath in… hold for two… release. Now picture this: You’re at your favorite beach. You feel the soft, warm sand between your toes as you make your way towards the waves. The cool, crisp ocean breeze brushes your hot skin, the sun beating…
Apr
27
With the Lowcountry beginning to transition from spring to summer, the warm sand, lively surf and salty air of Lowcountry beaches offer an environment of peace and play for locals and tourists alike. But humans aren't the only ones flocking to the beach this time of year... As you…
Mar
31
It’s almost April in Charleston, which means that the busy season here at the Sea Turtle Care Center™ is upon us! While we dislike seeing any animal in a desperate situation, we’re fortunate that we have the resources and support to rehabilitate and release as many of our patients…
Mar
11
What do electric eels eat? Victoria, one of our members, asked this question through our Ask an Expert opportunity! While we don't have electric eels on exhibit, we do have three resident eels at the Aquarium. Each species has its own dietary needs, so each gets a specially curated…
Feb
23
We are pleased to introduce the Charleston Coffee Roasters Nutritional Care Program! More than 200 pounds of food are prepared daily for the 5,000 animals that reside at the Aquarium. Our animal care team manages and monitors the nutrient uptake of each animal to ensure optimal…
Dec
14
Kemp’s Ridley (Lepidochelys kempii) Stranding Location: Cape Cod, Massachusetts Arrival Date: 11/29/2021 Age: Juvenile Weight: 1.9 kg (4.18 lbs) Case History Kristoff stranded on November 26 in Cape Cod due to cold-stunning. They were transported to the New England Aquarium they received fluids, vitamins and antibiotics. After a…
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