To the conservation-minded community, Did you know this month is the 50th anniversary of Earth Day? My April calendar was full of Earth Day events that I was either... read more →
Instead of going stir-crazy sitting inside, we want you to join us for the Solo Sweep Challenge during Earth Month! What is it? The South Carolina Aquarium is enlisting fans, followers,... read more →
Species Green Sea Turtle (Chelonia mydas) Stranding Location: DeBordieu, Georgetown, SC Arrival Date: 3/16/2020 Age: Juvenile Weight: 5.98 lbs (2.72 kg) Case History Beach goer, Worth Hinshaw, found... read more →
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 our... read more →
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.... read more →
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... read more →
Green Sea Turtle (Chelonia mydas) Stranding Location: Charleston Harbor Shipping Channel, Charleston, SC Arrival Date: 1/17/20 Age: Juvenile Weight: 5.8 lbs (2.67 kg) Case History Cannon was pulled... read more →
Green Sea Turtle (Chelonia mydas) Stranding Location: Sullivan's Island, SC Arrival Date: 1/19/20 Age: Juvenile Weight: 5.98 lbs (2.72 kg) Case History Shawn Leighton found Harbor View at... read more →
Species Kemp's Ridley (Lepidochelys kempii) Stranding Location: Edisto Beach, SC Arrival Date: 1/18/2020 Age: Juvenile Weight: 18.81 (8.55kg) Case History Walnut was found by Susan Porth, with the... read more →
Over 160 guests walked through the College of Charleston’s Cistern Yard and into the newly renovated Rita Hollings Building. Deborah Bidwell, College of Charleston senior instructor, was our guide... read more →