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A Blue View: Maryland's Elusive Salamander Species

Back in the day, coalminers relied on canaries to clue them in on potential danger. With their small lung capacity and unidirectional lung ventilation system, these feathered friends were more sensitive to carbon monoxide and methane gas than their human companions. Coalminers would know to evacuate when the birds became sick. Read More

Published 9/15/2015
Shaking Up Science

Our dolphins provide insight into animals’ earthquake-sensing abilities. Read More

Published 7/30/2015
Re-cap: 2015 Dolphin Count

Thirty-three dolphins were spotted by a group of staff and volunteers during the Aquarium’s annual count in Ocean City, Maryland! Read More

Published 7/20/2015
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
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
Taking Action to Protect Our Coastal Waters

Maryland is getting ahead of the game by taking decisive action to protect the Chesapeake Bay and Maryland waters. Read More

Published 2/5/2015
Animal Update: Lookdowns

Ten lookdown fish have recently been added to our Maryland: Mountains to the Sea exhibit! Read More

Published 1/30/2015
Government Affairs Update: 90 Days in a New Annapolis

The 435th Maryland General Assembly was gaveled into session this afternoon at noon. Read More

Published 1/14/2015 by Sarah Elfreth, Government Affairs Director
Animal Update: Loggerhead Hatchling

A juvenile loggerhead has recently been added to our Maryland: Mountains to the Sea exhibit! Read More

Published 1/2/2015
Trawling for Trash in the Chesapeake Bay

Can this innovative research project help rid the Chesapeake Bay of harmful plastics? Read More

Published 11/10/2014

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