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Jul 11

Ask an Expert: The Teeth of a Stingray

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

Ask an Expert: Sea Turtle Strandings

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

Ask an Expert: Shine Bright Like a Diamondback Terrapin

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

Your Blue Mind: How Water Affects Mental Health

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

Ask an Expert: Nesting Season in South Carolina

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

Ask an Expert: Sea Turtle Tagging

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

Ask an Expert: Eel Nutrition 101

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
a green sea turtle in rehabilitation at the Sea Turtle Care Center at South Carolina Aquarium swims toward a piece of food as part of its nutritional care

Charleston Coffee Roasters Nutritional Care Program

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

Kristoff

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…
Dec 14

Sven

Kemp’s Ridley (Lepidochelys kempii) Stranding Location: Cape Cod, Massachusetts Arrival Date: 11/29/2021 Age: Juvenile Weight: 3.2 kg (7.04 lbs) Case History Sven stranded on November 25 in Cape Cod in Wellfleet, Massachusetts due to cold stunning. They were transported to the New England Aquarium they received fluids, vitamins…
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