Press Releases - New England Aquarium

Dec. 21, 2022	Ice sculpture of penguins on Aquarium plaza for Boston Waterfront Ice Sculpture Stroll on New Year’s Eve

Dec. 14, 2022	Scientists announce new names of 20 critically endangered North Atlantic right whales

Dec. 13, 2022	100 rescued sea turtles from MA flown south to continue rehabilitation

Nov. 28, 2022	New England Aquarium treats more than 150 hypothermic sea turtles with annual stranding season underway

Nov. 16, 2022	In Living Color: Giant Clams, Up Close – A Conversation with scientist, photographer, and Vertex founder Dr. Joshua Boger

Nov. 14, 2022	As it funds its 200th global marine conservation project, New England Aquarium announces game-changing $2 million donation for its microgranting program, the Marine Conservation Action Fund

Nov. 10, 2022	Aquarium celebrates Harlequin’s 30th hatch day

Nov. 1, 2022	New England Aquarium reintroduces 3D films, bringing viewers into astonishing animal worlds on land, sea, and skies

Oct. 24, 2022	North Atlantic right whales’ downward trend continues as updated population numbers released

Oct. 20, 2022	African penguin thriving after years of specialized care, including custom footwear and medical treatments

Oct. 18, 2022	Thirty-year study of a shark breeding ground highlights importance of critical habitat hit hard by Hurricane Ian

Oct. 13, 2022	100 Scientists Call on Biden Administration to Save the Gulf of Mexico Whale

Oct. 12, 2022	New research reveals fewer critically endangered female right whales capable of reproducing

Oct. 6, 2022	Chemical oceanographer and Caltech professor Dr. Jess Adkins to discuss “The Ocean’s Natural Way to Stop Climate Change”

Oct. 5, 2022	Explore the animal world with Ed Yong, Pulitzer Prize-winning science writer, and his new book An Immense World: How Animal Senses Reveal The Hidden Realms Around Us

Oct. 3, 2022	“Our Heritage, Our Planet” Film Week celebrates storytelling traditions of Latino, Black, Indigenous, and other people of color

Sept. 29, 2022	New England Aquarium to host 2022 Scout Film Festival

Sept. 23, 2022	Sea turtle rehabilitated for nearly two years by New England Aquarium and Mississippi Aquarium released back into ocean

Sept. 22, 2022	New England Aquarium and Roger Williams University team up to advance marine fish aquaculture and conservation at U.S. public aquariums

Sept. 22, 2022	North Atlantic right whale “Snow Cone” sighted entangled in new fishing gear and in extremely poor health

Sept. 12, 2022	World-renowned marine scientist Dr. Sylvia Earle comes to Aquarium to discuss “Why We Should All Care About the Weird, Wild, and Wonderful Depths of the Sea”

Sept. 8, 2022	BlueSwell incubator program selects third cohort of startup companies focused on supporting ocean health

Sept. 6, 2022	Two rehabilitated sea turtles, “Himalayan Salt” and “Turmeric,” returned to ocean off Cape Cod

Aug. 23, 2022	Aquarium scientists spot over 500 animals – including fin whales, pilot whales, and a whale shark – at Northeast Canyons and Seamounts Marine National Monument

Aug. 5, 2022	Seals and sea lions stay cool amid summer heat

Aug. 4, 2022	Condition of chronically entangled North Atlantic right whale “Snow Cone” declines, analysis by Aquarium scientists finds

July 29, 2022	New England Aquarium applauds government action to protect North Atlantic right whales

July 27, 2022	Rehabilitated loggerhead sea turtle, Adobo, swims off today in waters off Cape Cod with tracking tags to monitor progress

July 26, 2022	With summer field work underway, research finds Gulf of St. Lawrence to be important habitat for reproductive female right whales

July 22, 2022	New England Aquarium presents Cult Classic Movie Nights

July 21, 2022	Statement on Legislative Changes to Massachusetts’ Offshore Wind Procurement Process

July 21, 2022	Rehabilitated sea turtles returned to sea off Cape Cod beach today as Aquarium’s Director of Animal Health testifies in D.C.

July 20, 2022	New analysis shows North Atlantic right whales returning to historic whaling habitat in southern New England during era of rapid climate change

July 12, 2022	Aquarium applauds MA Supreme Judicial Court ruling on waterfront development

July 8, 2022	Federal ruling a huge step toward protecting North Atlantic right whales

July 7, 2022	Aquarium celebrates 30th anniversary of teen intern program

June 29, 2022	Rehabilitated sea turtles returned to ocean off Cape Cod

June 28, 2022	Earlier spring leading to more North Atlantic right whales in Cape Cod Bay, new study finds

June 23, 2022	Aquarium kicks off summer season with extended hours, food and drinks on Central Wharf Plaza, and outdoor photography exhibition

June 16, 2022	Aquariums Applaud Introduction of the Sea Turtle Rescue Assistance Act on World Sea Turtle Day

June 14, 2022	Entanglements in fishing gear are the leading cause of North Atlantic right whales’ decline, study finds

June 13, 2022	“Space to Sea,” an amazing underwater photographic journey into Stellwagen Bank National Marine Sanctuary, opens at the New England Aquarium

June 13, 2022	Black Courage Upon the Sea: A Juneteenth Celebration of Robert Smalls

June 10, 2022	Brian Walsh named new VP of Finance Planning and Analysis at New England Aquarium

June 9, 2022	New research shows climate change impacts on whale habitat use in the warming Gulf of Maine

June 6, 2022	Exploring Massachusetts and Stellwagen Bank National Marine Sanctuary with Photographer Keith Ellenbogen

June 2, 2022	New England Aquarium Partners with Cornell University, LAUTEC US on Offshore Wind Decision Support Tool

May 31, 2022	Aquarium celebrating World Ocean Day on June 8 with activities on Central Wharf

May 18, 2022	Three new films set to screen at New England Aquarium’s Simons Theatre in time for summer

May 17, 2022	Atlantic White Shark Conservancy and New England Aquarium Partner To Advance Citizen Science Initiative For Shark Sightings

May 12, 2022	Smaller Female North Atlantic Right Whales Have Fewer Calves: Declining Body Size May Contribute to Low Birth Rates

May 4, 2022	Aquarium welcomes Dr. Kathayoon Khalil as Interim Vice President of Conservation Learning

May 3, 2022	Award-winning conservationist Veta Wade lectures on advancing an equitable and resilient blue economy

May 2, 2022	SeaAhead and New England Aquarium now welcoming new applicants for BlueSwell Incubator program

April 28, 2022	Over 100 whales spotted during New England Aquarium aerial survey

April 25, 2022	26 rescued sea turtles released into waters off N.C.

April 22, 2022	Nation’s leading aquariums join forces to tackle climate change

April 20, 2022	Aquarium celebrates African penguin’s 30th hatch day

April 11, 2022	Lecture on deep-ocean habitats features marine biologist and 2020 National Geographic explorer Diva Amon

April 8, 2022	Aquarium veterinarian travels to Mississippi to perform lung biopsy on rescued sea turtle from Cape Cod

April 6, 2022	For April school vacation, Aquarium welcomes visitors for live animal feedings, presentations, whale watches

April 5, 2022	Statement on United Nations’ Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) report this week

March 29, 2022	Rescued shorebird settles into new home at Aquarium

March 24, 2022	Aquarium welcomes new Vice President of Development

March 22, 2022	Rescued fur seal relocating from Boston to Seattle

March 9, 2022	For first time ever, Aquarium right whale scientists survey southern New England waters by boat

March 4, 2022	Using data and surveys of Atlantic Coast, Aquarium scientists identify areas of high marine mammal diversity

Feb. 24, 2022	New study finds reporting entanglements of leatherback turtles is critical for survival

Feb. 23, 2022	Aquarium seeking visionary leaders for global ocean conservation fellowship program

Feb. 17, 2022	Seven teams of aspiring entrepreneurs detail their plans for sustainable bluetech, ocean-focused startups on March 2

Feb. 9, 2022	For February school vacation, Incredible Predators arrives at Aquarium’s Simons Theatre, opening Feb. 18

Jan. 31, 2022	At critical time for species’ survival, annual journal explores issues facing North Atlantic right whales

Jan. 26, 2022	Sea turtle rescued from Cape Cod recovering well after surgery to remove ingested balloon ribbon

Jan. 20, 2022	New study determines parentage, age, and survival of North Atlantic right whales using genetic testing

Jan. 14, 2022	Sea turtle rehabilitated for over a year by New England Aquarium and Mississippi Aquarium released into Gulf of Mexico

Jan. 13, 2022	New England Aquarium to host U.S. premiere of documentary Last of the Right Whales

Dec. 29, 2021	Two new members join Aquarium’s Board of Trustees

Dec. 23, 2021	Massive leatherback sea turtle debuts on Aquarium plaza for Boston Waterfront Ice Sculpture Stroll on New Year’s Eve

Dec. 13, 2021	New England Aquarium President and CEO honored with prestigious Pinnacle Award from Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce

Dec. 10, 2021	Rescued sea turtles from MA flown to secondary rehabilitation facilities to continue recovery

Dec. 7, 2021	Researchers announce 2021 class of named North Atlantic right whales

Dec. 2, 2021	Aquarium confirms identity of endangered veteran right whale mother, Slalom, spotted off SC coast with her sixth calf

Nov. 30, 2021	Underwater Wild: My Octopus Teacher’s Extraordinary World

Nov. 29, 2021	Annual sea turtle stranding season seeing growing numbers

Nov. 17, 2021	Right Whale Research team responds to federal appeals court decision to reinstate lobster fishing closure in the Gulf of Maine

Nov. 9, 2021	Researchers retrieve data from first-ever surgically implanted acoustic tags in rehabilitated sea turtles

Oct. 25, 2021	Population of North Atlantic right whales continues its downward trajectory

Oct. 21, 2021	Aquarium presents virtual lecture with acclaimed scientist, astronaut, and explorer Dr. Kathy Sullivan

Oct. 12, 2021	Rescue effort saves stranded 600-lb leatherback sea turtle

Oct. 12, 2021	Stunning photos from New England Aquarium aerial surveys show 15 North Atlantic right whales south of Nantucket

Oct. 8, 2021	Statement on Biden-Harris Administration restoring protections for Northeast Canyons and Seamounts Marine National Monument

Oct. 4, 2021	Aquarium-supported program provides crucial drinking water and immediate relief to Haitian fishers after devastating earthquake and hurricane

Sept. 21, 2021	New cohort of startup companies supporting ocean health selected for BlueSwell incubator program

Sept. 20, 2021	Aquarium presents virtual lecture on a hopeful, science-based approach to address climate change with Dr. Jonathan Foley

Sept. 15, 2021	Aquarium-led landmark study finds some shark species are tougher than others when it comes to surviving catch and release

Sept. 9, 2021	New research on Gulf of Maine’s rapidly warming waters sounds alarm on climate change for marine animals, humans

Sept. 8, 2021	New England Aquarium welcomes Massachusetts legislators to downtown waterfront for inaugural breakfast

Aug. 31, 2021	Statement on final federal rule to reduce risk of whale entanglements

Aug. 31, 2021	Bluespotted maskrays born at Aquarium now on exhibit

Aug. 26, 2021	New England Aquarium celebrates penguin’s 40th birthday

Aug. 5, 2021	Rehabilitated sea turtles released into waters off Cape Cod

July 22, 2021	Aquarium Right Whale Scientist Philip Hamilton co-leads major US-Canadian study of mortality and breeding problems with the critically endangered species

July 20, 2021	Shepard Fairey, world-famous artist and creator of iconic Obama “HOPE” poster, to paint mural on Aquarium’s Simons Theatre

July 13, 2021	New England Aquarium Screening of “Obey Giant” Documentary on Shepard Fairey

July 13, 2021	Panel Discussion – Countdown to 2030: Leveraging Art and Creativity for the Ocean Decade

July 6, 2021	New study finds that opening the Northeast Canyons and Seamounts Marine National Monument to commercial fishing compromises protections for vital marine species

June 29, 2021	40 organizations from across Boston launch new coalition to elevate waterfront issues in advance of 2021 city elections

June 15, 2021	Virtual lecture on morality, race, and the environment features acclaimed Harvard professor Cornell William Brooks

June 8, 2021	Ocean Conservation Mural Festival Returns to Boston

June 7, 2021	New VP of Talent and Culture joins New England Aquarium

June 4, 2021	18th North Atlantic right whale mother and calf discovered off Brier Island, Nova Scotia

June 3, 2021	Critically Endangered North Atlantic Right Whales Getting Smaller, New Research Finds

June 2, 2021	Summer tourism season kicks off at Aquarium with expanded hours, food, and new film showing at the Simons Theatre

May 26, 2021	Rescued sea turtles from New England Aquarium flown to North Carolina to be released back into the wild

May 24, 2021	Virtual lecture on Sri Lanka’s blue whales and ocean conservation features acclaimed marine biologist Asha de Vos

May 20, 2021	SeaAhead and New England Aquarium now welcoming new applicants for BlueSwell Incubator program

May 7, 2021	Rare drone video shows critically endangered North Atlantic right whale surface active group

May 4, 2021	BlueSwell, partnership between New England Aquarium and SeaAhead, named Fast Company’s 2021 World Changing Idea

May 3, 2021	Aquarium presents virtual lecture on the hidden culture of whales, featuring National Geographic photographer Brian Skerry

April 21, 2021	Stranded sea turtles’ rehab could be improved through new stress hormone study

April 8, 2021	With April school vacation week approaching, Aquarium visitors urged to reserve tickets in advance

March 25, 2021	“All Together For Animals” virtual benefit concert to stream March 31

March 10, 2021	Aquarium aerial survey team captures breathtaking photos of right whale mother and calf in southern New England waters

March 4, 2021	Bluespotted maskrays born at New England Aquarium

March 1, 2021	Aquarium scientists urge more aggressive measures to reduce entanglement risk for North Atlantic right whales

March 1, 2021	Statement on proposed federal rule to reduce risk of whale entanglements

Feb. 24, 2021	Study finds human-caused North Atlantic right whale deaths are being undercounted

Feb. 10, 2021	Ice sculpture on Central Wharf Plaza to celebrate 40 years of Aquarium’s Right Whale Research Program

Feb. 9, 2021	New statewide report urges fast action to address increasing ocean acidification in Massachusetts waters

Feb. 3, 2021	Aquarium to welcome back visitors on February 5, media invited to reopening

Jan. 28, 2021	Sea turtle rescue operation deemed a success amid pandemic

Jan. 27, 2021	Aquarium applauds signing of latest executive order addressing climate crisis

Jan. 26, 2021	New England Aquarium to reopen on February 5

Jan. 20, 2021	Statement on Monument being recognized in first day of executive actions

Jan. 20, 2021	Statement on United States reentering Paris Climate Agreement

Jan. 14, 2021	New BBC nature series focuses on Cape Cod sea turtle rescues

Jan. 12, 2021	Study finds future too warm for baby sharks

Dec. 29, 2020	Five new members join Aquarium Board of Trustees

Dec. 21, 2020	New Population of Blue Whales Discovered in the Western Indian Ocean

Dec. 17, 2020	Sightings of three North Atlantic right whale calves this month offer some hope for the critically endangered species

Dec. 16, 2020	Cape Cod’s annual sea turtle rescue season sets new records

Dec. 3, 2020	New North Atlantic right whale names for 2020 unveiled

Nov. 28, 2020	Organizations come together to save endangered turtles after transport flight encounters challenges

Nov. 23, 2020	Sea turtle rescue and rehab work continues during ongoing stranding season

Nov. 19, 2020	Increasing number of stranded sea turtles receiving life-saving care at Aquarium

Nov. 17, 2020	Study improves ability to predict how whales travel through their ocean habitat

Nov. 12, 2020	New England Aquarium announces Virtual Academy programming for students

Oct. 30, 2020	New England Aquarium seals get in Halloween spirit

Oct. 29, 2020	Statement on North Atlantic right whale population estimate

Oct. 28, 2020	SeaAhead and New England Aquarium announce the BlueSwell incubator’s first cohort of selected startups

Oct. 16, 2020	New England Aquarium scientists identify entangled North Atlantic right whale off New Jersey as 4-year-old male

Oct. 8, 2020	Critically endangered North Atlantic right whales continue to move as feeding patterns shift this summer

Oct. 2020	New England Aquarium announces theme nights for extended late Fridays

Sept. 8, 2020	New Octopus, Tatoosh, Makes Debut at New England Aquarium

Sept. 2020	New England Aquarium announces extended late Friday nights and new Fall hours

Aug. 24, 2020	Aquarium researchers spot over 950 animals at Northeast Canyons and Seamounts Marine National Monument

August 17, 2020	New England Aquarium welcomes two respected shark experts to the Anderson Cabot Center for Ocean Life

July 30, 2020	New England Aquarium announces reopening of Simons Theatre on Aug. 1 at reduced capacity

July 16, 2020	New England Aquarium opposes continued weakening of U.S. environmental laws

July 9, 2020	New England Aquarium calls for US, Canadian governments to take stronger actions to save North Atlantic right whales

July 7, 2020	New England Aquarium announces reopening plans for July 16

June 29, 2020	New England Aquarium launches virtual animal encounters

June 28, 2020	North Atlantic right whale found dead off New Jersey identified

June 18, 2020	SeaAhead and New England Aquarium announce launch of BlueSwell Incubator Program

June 16, 2020	Study evaluates stress level of rehabilitated sea turtles during transport to warmer waters

June 8, 2020	Aquarium mounts letter-writing campaign to oppose President Trump’s rollback of protections for Northeast Canyons and Seamounts Marine National Monument

June 5, 2020	Statement on Trump Administration’s rollback of protections for Northeast Canyons and Seamounts Marine National Monument

May 13, 2020	Right whales and their calves on the move into Canada

May 1, 2020	New England Aquarium launches live web cameras

Apr. 23, 2020	Individual North Atlantic right whales are in much poorer condition than Southern right whales, study finds

Apr. 16, 2020	New England Aquarium ceases marine mammal field responses; NOAA to assist with seal, dolphin, and whale strandings as of May 1

Apr. 14, 2020	New England Aquarium urges Congress to support $6 billion in emergency relief funding for U.S. aquariums, zoos, and museums

Apr. 10, 2020	Statement on federal judge’s ruling in support of North Atlantic right whale protections

Apr. 3, 2020	New England Aquarium takes decisive cost-cutting measures designed to preserve the long-term viability of the institution in the face of COVID-19

Apr. 3, 2020	North Atlantic right whales continue springtime influx into Massachusetts waters

Mar. 31, 2020	Rescued sea turtles from New England Aquarium flown to Georgia and released back into the wild

Mar. 30, 2020	North Atlantic Right Whale Catalog public website, documenting more than 750 endangered whales since 1935, gets re-boot

Mar. 30, 2020	Actor Alan Alda’s podcast features New England Aquarium octopus and author Sy Montgomery

Mar. 16, 2020	Aquarium offering virtual programming during temporary closures

Mar. 11, 2020	New England Aquarium announces temporary closure in response to COVID-19 outbreak

Mar. 3, 2020	New England Aquarium and Zoo New England join new national partnership to protect America’s turtles, end illegal trafficking

Feb. 28, 2020	North Atlantic right whale spotted entangled, in poor health off coast of Nantucket

Feb. 27, 2020	New England Aquarium Statement Regarding the Harbor Garage Development Proposed by The Chiofaro Company and Prudential

Feb. 26, 2020	Aquarium researchers spot endangered blue whales at Northeast Canyons and Seamounts Marine National Monument

Feb. 18, 2020	“Sea Lions: Life by a Whisker” Premieres at Simons Theatre

Feb. 13, 2020	Rare blue lobster – only 1 in 2 million in the wild – donated to Aquarium and now on view

Feb. 11, 2020	Aquarium joins 15 other aquariums in support of landmark bill to reduce plastic pollution

Feb. 2020	Study of whales and shipping patterns in the Pacific Ocean has implications for North Atlantic right whales

Feb. 2020	For February school vacation, “Sea Lions: Life by a Whisker,” premieres at Aquarium’s newly renovated Simons Theatre as part of sea lion, seal campaign

Jan. 6, 2020	Harmonia spotted with new calf off the Georgia coast

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