The Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) is shedding light on the profound impact that animal extinction has on all of us with a new conservation initiative, Saving Animals From... read more →
An Afternoon at Hiser Sea Farms Andrew and Heidi Hiser have owned and operated Hiser Sea Farms since 2013. Both born and raised on agricultural farms in central Illinois, they... read more →
It has been a busy week in the Aquarium’s Sea Turtle Hospital! Three critically ill sea turtles were admitted in only three days. Among other issues, the two loggerheads and... read more →
Leatherback (Dermochelys coriacea) Stranding Location: Yawkey Wildlife Preserve, SC Arrival Date: 03/07/2015 Age: Juvenile Weight: 216 kg (~476 lb.) Case History Yawkey Wildlife Preserve staff discovered this large, lethargic leatherback... read more →
Green (Chelonia mydas) Stranding Location: Bohicket Marina, Johns Island, SC Arrival Date: 04/22/2015 Age: Juvenile Weight: 5.8 kg (~13 lb.) Case History This juvenile green sea turtle was found floating... read more →
CHARLESTON, S.C. — Apr. 10, 2015 — Two loggerhead sea turtles that were admitted in the summer of 2014 in critical condition, were successfully returned to the Atlantic Ocean this... read more →
Savor fresh seafood while you support sustainability at Southerly Restaurant & Patio on April 23 as Executive Chef Chad Billings prepares a delicious five-course dinner. Enjoy the local, seasonal menu... read more →
Following on the flippers of one of the most sensational six days in the Sea Turtle Hospital and the South Carolina Aquarium’s history with the rescue, rehabilitation and release of... read more →
Good Catch, the South Carolina Aquarium’s sustainable seafood program, has an excellent foundation of dedicated restaurant partners. Since the program started in 2002, we have cultivated relationships with over 120... read more →
Join us Tuesday, March 31 at Gervais & Vine to enjoy a five-course sustainable seafood dinner with wine pairings in the beautiful and lively setting of Columbia’s premier wine and... read more →