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A Blue View: Floating Forests

Elegantly tangled at the ocean’s edge, mangroves provide a protective home for a variety of animals. These floating forests use bacteria to break down organic matter and energy from fallen leaves and branches, releasing important nutrients into the water. Read More

Published 4/7/2015
Living Seashore Spotlight: Muralist Jane Kim

Our newest exhibit, Living Seashore, invites guests to interact with the animals that share our seashore. Read More

Published 4/6/2015
A Spring Surprise for Rain Forest Staff!

We are very excited to announce the birth of a baby sloth in the Upland Tropical Rain Forest! Read More

Published 4/3/2015
A Glimpse Into Salamander Diversity

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Published 4/2/2015
A Blue View: Fish That Make Sound

Pop in a disc of soothing ocean sounds, and you’ll probably hear soft waves lapping against the shore or the song of a humpback whale. But the ocean contains a lot more noise. Read More

Published 4/1/2015
Report Finds Maryland Crab Cakes are Rarely the Real Deal

Today, Oceana has offered a sobering perspective on a dish long enjoyed and celebrated in the Chesapeake Bay region: the Maryland crab cake. Read More

Published 4/1/2015
Living Seashore Spotlight: Purple Sea Urchins

Meet one of the newest inhabitants of our Living Seashore exhibit, the sea urchin! Read More

Published 3/27/2015
A Blue View: 10 Things You Didn’t Know About Jellyfish

These gelatinous animals are more fascinating than you think. To prove it to you, we’ve collected some of the coolest facts guaranteed to give you a whole new perspective on jellies: Read More

Published 3/25/2015
Happy Maryland Day!

From sloping mountains to shrouded forests and the sandy eastern shore, Maryland is bursting with scenic landscapes and abundant wildlife. In celebration of Maryland Day, we’re highlighting just a few of the state’s natural treasures! Read More

Published 3/25/2015
The True Blue Bloods

At $15,000 per quart, a horseshoe crab’s blood is valuable, but its riches reach far beyond a price tag. Read More

Published 3/24/2015

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