outside the aquarium - June 9, 2020
2020 Ocean Stewardship Awards
Each year, the Aquarium Education Department's Ocean Stewardship Awards recognizes teachers and schools who are working to promote ocean conservation and who are taking concrete steps to help protect...
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outside the aquarium - March 31, 2020
Detecting Sawfish DNA in Madagascar’s Mangroves
Sawfish are amongst the most endangered of all sharks and rays worldwide. Conservation efforts are greatly hindered by a lack of knowledge about where sawfish populations still exist. ...
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anderson cabot center research - March 29, 2020
Virtual Visit: Lobster Lab
Get a behind-the-scenes look at our lobster lab in our Quincy animal care facility with Anita Kim, Assistant Scientist and Lab Manager. ...
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outside the aquarium - March 29, 2020
Virtual Visit: Dwarf Seahorses
Join our aquarist Rachel as she gives you a tour of our Quincy animal care facility and talks about our dwarf seahorse breeding program! ...
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outside the aquarium - March 25, 2020
Virtual Visit: A Reading with Sy Montgomery
Sy Montgomery, naturalist and author of the National Book Award finalist “Soul of an Octopus,” reads from her recently released book “How to Be a Good Creature.” ...
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outside the aquarium - February 20, 2020
Leave the Seals Alone
It is completely normal for seals to haul themselves out on the shore. Seals that are seen on the shore in New England are not necessarily stranded or in need of help. Please leave them alone! ...
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outside the aquarium - December 30, 2019
Resolutions for a Zero-Waste Year
Time to start working on your "waste"-line... It's that time of year again when we reflect on the year behind us and resolve to change undesired behaviors, accomplish personal goals, or improve life...
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anderson cabot center research - October 30, 2019
A Day in the Field: Sun, Science, and Shark Mating
What's it like to be a field researcher? Find out what a day in the field is like for our Anderson Cabot Center for Ocean Life researchers studying nurse sharks in the Florida Keys. ...
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outside the aquarium - October 23, 2019
National Seafood Month
October is National Seafood Month, and the New England Aquarium is raising awareness for sustainable seafood practices. ...
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outside the aquarium - October 15, 2019
Measuring Microplastics in Boston Harbor
You can't manage what you can't measure! That's why the New England Aquarium is teaming up with Draper and the Environmental Protection Agency to measure microplastics in local waters. ...
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outside the aquarium - October 3, 2019
MCAF: Building an Ocean of Hope
How do you make a big impact with only small grants? That's the specialty of the Aquarium’s Marine Conservation Action Fund (MCAF) Program. With just over $1 million, MCAF has supported more than...
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outside the aquarium - October 2, 2019
Turtle Tags: Frequently Asked Questions
Since Munchkin, the giant rescued loggerhead sea turtle, was released off Cape Cod this July, we’ve gotten lots of questions from her fans. Dr. Kara Dodge tackles some of the most frequently asked...
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outside the aquarium - September 27, 2019
ClimaTeens Participate in Climate Strike
"We were all connected by the fact that we were marching beside one another and fighting for the same cause." A group of the Aquarium's ClimaTeens participate in the Climate Strike in Boston. ...
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outside the aquarium - September 25, 2019
Climate Change and Our Ocean
This week, during Climate Week, the United Nations Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) released a new special report that highlights exactly how climate change is affecting our oceans....
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outside the aquarium - September 19, 2019
Youths Ready For Friday’s Youth Climate Strike
The Youth Climate Strike has been a recent trend around the globe, and this Friday, September 20, the Youth Climate Strike will arrive in Boston. ...
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outside the aquarium - September 13, 2019
A Monumental Anniversary
September 15 is the third anniversary of the marine monument in our backyard—the Northeast Canyons and Seamounts Marine National Monument. ...
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at the aquarium - September 5, 2019
Rainforests of the Sea
Coral reef communities are vital to ocean health, but they're also threatened by climate change, pollution, and other human activities. ...
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outside the aquarium - August 28, 2019
Zero Waste Boston
When waste isn’t properly disposed of, it pollutes our streets and our waterways. As residents of a coastal city, we’re responsible for the waste that ends up in our ocean. But we also have the...
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outside the aquarium - August 13, 2019
Protecting Our Most Vulnerable Species
Now is the time for strong, vigorous regulations to protect our most at-risk species. not weaker ones. The New England Aquarium strongly opposes the weakening of the Endangered Species Act. ...
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outside the aquarium - August 9, 2019
Landmarks Orchestra to Present Annual Green Concert
Boston Landmarks Orchestra, in partnership with the New England Aquarium, will present a thought-provoking orchestral program paired with videos of the environmental impacts of climate change, on...
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outside the aquarium - August 1, 2019
Plastic Free July EcoChallenge a Success
Together, we successfully finished our first Plastic Free July EcoChallenge. Our collective mission is to build a global movement that dramatically reduces plastic use and improves recycling, and the...
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outside the aquarium - July 11, 2019
How a Coastal Cleanup Can Transform Your Community
Cleanups, such as those scheduled for July 20 at Revere Beach and Belle Isle Marsh for Plastic Free July, are really a last resort when it comes to solving the plastic pollution challenge. ...
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outside the aquarium - July 8, 2019
Blue Planet Bingo
Anyone can be a blue planet protector. Learn tips and tricks for protecting the blue planet, join in the fun, and return your board to the Aquarium for a prize! ...
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outside the aquarium - July 1, 2019
Plastic Free July: Make Your Summer BBQs Plastic Free!
A backyard barbecue is a summer staple, and many of us will fire up the grill during the upcoming Fourth of July holiday. But barbecues can also generate a huge amount of plastic waste. ...
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outside the aquarium - June 27, 2019
Science Under the Sun
Science Under the Sun, our pilot program to bring community science to Boston Harbor, is a free, drop-in program that will run from July 7 through August 30. Aquarium educators will lead guided...
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outside the aquarium - June 21, 2019
Go Plastic Free in July
Choose to refuse! Say ‘no’ to plastics to keep our ocean healthy! Sign up today to join our Plastic Free July effort. ...
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outside the aquarium - June 13, 2019
After a Winter of Eating, Blanding’s Turtles Returned to the Wild
Wednesday was a graduation day of sorts for four Blanding’s turtles (Emydoidea blandingii) that arrived on Central Wharf in October as part of a headstart program to help the threatened species. ...
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outside the aquarium - June 11, 2019
2019 Ocean Stewardship Awards
Each year, the Aquarium Education Department's Ocean Stewardship Awards are one of the ways our staff recognize teachers and schools who are working to promote an ethic of ocean conservation and who...
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outside the aquarium - June 7, 2019
Some Reminders this World Oceans Day
It's June 8, which means it's World Oceans Day, and we wanted to remind you about a few things... ...
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aquarium animals - May 16, 2019
Protecting Endangered Species
The New England Aquarium and our Anderson Cabot Center for Ocean Life are dedicated to keeping the ocean healthy and helping endangered species not just survive, but thrive. ...
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outside the aquarium - May 14, 2019
Make Way For Myrtle
"Make Way for Ducklings" sculptor Nancy Schön unveils bronze play sculpture of Myrtle the Turtle in Beacon Hill. ...
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outside the aquarium - May 3, 2019
Aquarium, SeaAhead Launch Fellows Program
The New England Aquarium is partnering with SeaAhead, Inc. to foster new sustainable "blue tech" ocean ventures. The new Venture Fellows-in-Residence program will provide grants to entrepreneurs for...
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outside the aquarium - March 18, 2019
Aquarium Embraces Viral #Trashtag Challenge
The #trashtag challenge is sweeping the nation and helping to initiate cleanup efforts across the globe, and the New England Aquarium couldn’t be happier. ...
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outside the aquarium - February 27, 2019
Become a live blue™ Service Corps Leader
Are you passionate about the Aquarium's mission to protect the blue planet? Do you want to take direct action to further this mission in the greater Boston area and beyond? We are seeking new Service...
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outside the aquarium - February 5, 2019
Aquarium Friend Discount on Boat Show Admission!
Heading to the Progressive New England Boat Show this weekend at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center? Take advantage of the Friends of the New England Aquarium Discount! ...
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outside the aquarium - December 21, 2018
Aquaman Inspiration
The amphibious muscleman in the latest blockbuster communed with marine animals at the "Boston Aquarium." Of course, we all know the "Boston Aquarium" can only be our very own New England Aquarium. ...
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outside the aquarium - December 14, 2018
Applauding City of Boston for Plastic Bag Ban
We applaud the City of Boston for the plastic bag ban, which went into effect on Friday, December 14. This is an important step forward toward reducing plastic pollution in the ocean. ...
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outside the aquarium - December 6, 2018
Seismic Surveys Pose Threat to Atlantic Marine Life
The New England Aquarium has led a coalition of six East Coast aquarium's in opposition to NOAA’s recent affirmation of the sound blasting program from Delaware to Florida. ...
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outside the aquarium - November 28, 2018
Taking Action on Climate Change
Climate change is real and happening now. Everyone and everything are affected by climate change. What matters now is what we’re doing about it. ...
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aquarium animals - October 30, 2018
Atlantic Salmon: The King of Fish
The Atlantic salmon is a keystone species, meaning it plays a vital role in its ecosystems. But this once plentiful species—known as the King of Fish—faces some serious threats to survival. ...
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outside the aquarium - September 13, 2018
Shop Online Like Your Planet Depends On It
Online shopping is certainly convenient. But sometimes it can be harmful to our environment. ...
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outside the aquarium - August 14, 2018
Last Sea Turtle Release
On Tuesday morning, six of the world’s most endangered sea turtles were carried down a Cape Cod beach cloaked in a late summer fog by volunteers who had either rescued or cared for them. ...
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outside the aquarium - August 1, 2018
Landmarks Orchestra Plays Songs of the Sea
Join us Wednesday, August 15, at 7 p.m. for Sounds of the Sea, an artful collaboration between the New England Aquarium and the Boston Landmarks Orchestra with Conductor Christopher Wilkins at the...
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outside the aquarium - June 26, 2018
Fur Seals on the T
At the New England Aquarium, we're ready for summer. The front plaza is buzzing with life, and the fur seals overlooking Boston Harbor are splashing at play. That also means that our fun summer ads...
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outside the aquarium - June 18, 2018
2018 Ocean Stewardship Awards
Each year, educators in the Aquarium's Education Department recognize teachers and schools who are working to promote an ethic of ocean conservation with our Ocean Stewardship Awards. Meet these...
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outside the aquarium - June 11, 2018
Part IV: Transporting and Treating Tortoises in Madagascar
We scrambled to ready 600 tortoises for transport, giving each of them a shallow bath to hydrate them for the long ride—they often drink a lot of water during their baths (and urinate and...
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outside the aquarium - June 9, 2018
Part III: Treating Rescued Tortoises in Madagascar
It is my sixth day working with the team treating thousands of radiated tortoises in Madagascar. The days are hot and fatiguing. We continue to treat the sicker tortoises, provide food and water for...
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outside the aquarium - June 6, 2018
Part II: Aquarium Vet Helping to Save Radiated Tortoises
The Aquarium's head veterinarian is part of an international effort to help more than 10,000 endangered radiated tortoises seized from a poacher. Here's an account of some of the day-to-day...
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outside the aquarium - June 4, 2018
Part I: Aquarium Vet Helping Save Radiated Tortoises
The Aquarium's head veterinarian is part of an international effort to help more than 10,000 endangered radiated tortoises seized from a poacher. Here's a little background about the situation. ...
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outside the aquarium - April 27, 2018
City Nature Challenge: April 27–30
Let's get outside! This year’s City Nature Challenge starts today, April 27, and runs through Monday, April 30. The City Nature Challenge is a worldwide bioblitz – a global competition to...
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outside the aquarium - March 6, 2018
Please Do Not Disturb the Seals
Exceptional weather events do not just affect people but also wildlife. ...
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outside the aquarium - February 28, 2018
Collaborating to inspire change at Here Be Dragons
The New England Aquarium was proud to collaborate with the MIT Media Lab and National Geographic on the latest event from the Open Ocean initiative. Here Be Dragons was dedicated to “identifying...
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aquarium animals - February 8, 2018
Sea-Cards for your Valentine
Show your Valentine you care about them... and the blue planet. Send them a "sea"-card featuring an octopus, a cuttlefish, or Myrtle the turtle! ...
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outside the aquarium - February 8, 2018
The Journey of the Seadragons
That camouflage, those colors—it's no surprise that seadragons are a favorite of visitors to the Aquarium. We're working on bringing even more to this popular exhibit. Come learn about the long...
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outside the aquarium - August 2, 2017
Family Beach Days
Weather permitting, New England Aquarium educators will be heading out to Carson and Constitution beaches this summer to add an element of exploration to your day at the beach! ...
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outside the aquarium - July 10, 2017
What if the ocean had more plastic than fish?
The New England Aquarium is joining forces with aquariums across the country to tackle the alarming problem of plastics pollution in our oceans and fresh waters. Find out what we're doing to...
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outside the aquarium - April 20, 2017
Tidepools at the March for Science
On Saturday, April 22, Aquarium educators will be inspiring the next generation of ocean scientists at the March for Science. ...
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outside the aquarium - March 21, 2017
A Spring Visitor to Boston Harbor
With the change in seasons come many familiar fins returning to local waters. A recent video tweeted of a special visitor made a splash in the Twitter-sphere! ...
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outside the aquarium - August 15, 2016
outside the aquarium - August 12, 2016
PIPA: Dead Fish Swimming
The sleek grey shape gliding into a patch of calm water next to our ship confirms the bow lookout's call just a moment before. A shark! If you're a regular to our blog, you've heard many mentions of...
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outside the aquarium - August 10, 2016
Goosefish Egg Veil: Another Perspective
Our beloved goosefish lays a gossamer egg veil at least once a year. But without a mate, those eggs aren't fertile. Recently, a local fisherman reeled in an interesting find that gives us another...
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outside the aquarium - August 2, 2016
Curious Fish Behavior on Cape Cod Beach
Beach walkers noticed hundreds of fish washing up on Nauset Beach on Cape Cod. Aquarium biologists weighed in on what's likely happening here. ...
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outside the aquarium - July 28, 2016
PIPA: Paradise Found
When asked what "paradise" looks like, a preconceived image typically pops into one's head. No doubt this image varies quite a bit from person to person, but my definition includes a white, sandy...
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outside the aquarium - July 27, 2016
PIPA: Ahoy from Orona!
Have we arrived in paradise? I think we may have. We are anchored for the second day offshore of Orona. ...
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outside the aquarium - July 25, 2016
PIPA: Sharing a meal
Kanton is the only inhabited area in the Phoenix Island Protected Area (PIPA), but people do not chose to live here for the beach front property. They work for the government of Kiribati and are sent...
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outside the aquarium - July 24, 2016
PIPA: The First Dive
The time has finally come for some members of the crew to start dive missions, as we like to refer to them as. See what they found. ...
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outside the aquarium - July 23, 2016
PIPA: Science is Happening
Science can be a cruel mistress. At 0130 with 10-ft ocean swells moving the room around you, peering into a microscope and attempting to untangle fish larvae less than a centimeter in length from a...
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PIPA: Crossing Over
On July 15 at approximately 0430 Hawaiian Time, the Robert C Seamans and its crew did something very meaningful according to nautical lore and tradition. ...
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outside the aquarium - July 18, 2016
PIPA: Building our Community
Aboard the sailing school vessel (SSV) Robert C. Seamans, phrases like "punch the monster in the mouth" take on a whole new level of importance and meaning. ...
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outside the aquarium - July 17, 2016
The Phoenix Islands in a post El Nino sea
On July 3, students and staff from Sea Education Association (SEA), the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI) and the New England Aquarium (NEAq) set sail aboard the SSV Robert C. Seaman for...
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