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Education

May 01

Your Blue Mind: Aquariums and Mental Health

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... read more →
    Apr 27

    Ask an Expert: What is Ulva?

    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... read more →
      Mar 17

      Ask an Expert: The Medicinal Wonders of Honey

      Honey: Tasty, sweet... and an antibiotic? It's true! Honey is not only used as a sweetener in food or for a quick snack — it also has many medicinal properties that make it ideal for healing wounds on humans and sea turtles alike! From anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties to... read more →
        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... read more →
          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... read more →
            Nov 29
              Mar 16

              Sea Turtle 101: What Do Sea Turtles See?

              Imagine gliding through the ocean, just below the water's surface. Your vision, clear and sharp, allows you to peer out into the open sea at long distances. Passing through the filtered rays of sunlight, your head breaks the surface for a breath of air. Up here, you're a bit... read more →
                Mar 17
                interns kayaking

                Interns in the Field with Coastal Expeditions

                On a bright and sunny Sunday in February, our high school interns got the opportunity to explore the world outside our walls, specifically, Shem Creek, with the help of Coastal Expeditions. Armed with paddles, life jackets, sunscreen and a desire for... read more →
                  Dec 01

                  An Ode to Parents

                  It was in the spring that our worlds were turned upside down. The country went into a state of national crisis, with schools closing their doors and businesses urging employees to work remotely. Stay-at-home orders were instated to protect the public health. These were uncharted waters, and parents, as... read more →
                    Apr 14

                    Practice Social Distancing with Dolphins, Too!

                    Social distancing is our new normal for the foreseeable future, but for the local dolphin population, it's a practice we should always have in place! Since today is National Dolphin Day, we wanted to take some time virtually connecting with Meghan, our resident dolphin expert at the Aquarium,... read more →
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