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.…
May
09
May
09
As water temperatures rise, so do our chances of seeing manatees as they migrate from Florida. Murky waters make it difficult to discern true population numbers here in South Carolina, but that doesn’t mean we can’t plan for safe wildlife watching as we await their arrival! The scientific order…
May
09
It’s the layers upon layers of intertwined marshgrass acting as a fluid buffer between the incoming water and land. It’s the pungent foundation of pluff mud enduring the relentless flux of flooding and drought, working double duty…
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…
Apr
22
Monkeys, and stingrays and turtles... oh my! These are just some of the animals Dr. Jamie Torres, our new director of veterinary care, has had the pleasure of working with over the course of her career. As an integral part of the Aquarium family, Dr. Jamie will continue leading…
Apr
07
Sara was a member of a specialized offshore aerial survey team…
Apr
07
In 1972, Apollo 17 captured the first photograph of Earth in its entirety. In this photo, you see deep blue oceans broken up by the rich greens and sandy browns of landmasses. Though the image is static, the swirling eddies of white, representing complex weather patterns, give it a…
Apr
07
Take a step outside and close your eyes. All around, nature welcomes you. Birds call out with rhythmic chirps and caws. Trees signal their presence as gusts of wind whistle through their branches. The air offers a sweet whiff of blooming honeysuckle and jasmine, or a briny scent of…
Apr
01
Green Sea Turtle (Chelonia mydas) Stranding Location: Kiawah Island, South Carolina Arrival Date: 3/20/2022 Age: Juvenile Weight: 3.82 kg (8 lbs) Case History Aries was found stranded on the beach by a tourist visiting Kiawah Island, South Carolina. Aries had a large epibiota load on their shell and…
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