CORPUS CHRISTI- Texas – SeaWorld San Antonio animal care specialists rescued 13 endangered green sea turtles on the upper Laguna Madre in Corpus Christi. “The SeaWorld Rescue team actively monitors both air and water temperatures along the Texas coast, which determines when they will aid in the search or rescue,” Cureau said. “Once it was determined that the temperatures had dropped significantly and the chance for cold-stunned turtles was significant, three members of the SeaWorld Animal Rescue were deployed. According to SeaWorld San Antonio, the group has successfully rescued turtles, dolphins, manatees and even terrestrial animals like opossum, since 2013. Related: VIDEO: 2 male penguins raise foster chick of different species at SeaWorld San Antonio

Two male penguins at SeaWorld San Antonio are raising a chick of a different penguin species together, park officials said. It isn't uncommon for penguins to foster an egg, but it is less common that it is a same-sex pair, said SeaWorld aviculturist Jason Medina. In the SeaWorld San Antonio habitat, penguins are tracked with identification numbers so keepers can monitor and watch for behavioral patterns. "Most new pairs tend to lose their eggs and it takes a few seasons before they successfully incubate an egg." A pair of penguins has to sit on the eggs to incubate the chick while also protecting it from predators and the cold.

SAN ANTONIO – Looking for something fun and cute to see rather than inauguration coverage on Wednesday? Since National Penguin Day is also this Wednesday, Jan. 20, SeaWorld San Antonio released video footage of two very special penguins. Two male Gentoo penguins are currently raising a Chinstrap penguin chick -- a completely different species of penguin, and they have given it outstanding care! National Penguin Day and World Penguin Day were created to promote awareness for the endangerment of these amazing birds. Penguin Cam: Chill with the penguins at SeaWorld San Antonio with 24/7 livestreamThink you can find the pair of penguins that was caring for the baby chick?

SAN ANTONIO – We’re sure you’ve seen plenty of sonogram pictures before, but have you ever seen one of a beluga whale? New footage released by SeaWorld San Antonio shows one of the park’s beluga whales, Luna, and her baby to be. According to park officials, the staff at SeaWorld San Antonio conduct husbandry training with animals as part of conservation efforts. “Through this specialized training, beluga whales are taught to rest comfortably and hold still so they can be examined by our veterinarians,” SeaWorld San Antonio said in a statement. The gestational period for beluga whales is between 14 and 15 months.

SAN ANTONIO – SeaWorld San Antonio promises a 2021 full of wild fun, starting with weekends open throughout the entire year. In addition to roller coasters and experiences with marine mammals, visitors will also have the chance to learn about wild animals rescued by SeaWorld through the park’s “Wild Days Celebration.”The Wild Days Celebration kicks off Jan. 9 and continues through the last day of the month. Chuck Cureau, a spokesperson for SeaWorld San Antonio, said the celebration is meant to engage the public on the parks’ mission to protect animals. “It’s part of our mission to protect animals and to act on behalf of those animals,” Cureau said. RELATED: SeaWorld San Antonio to begin operating year-round in 2021

San Antonio – Looking for a fun Christmas family activity? Now through Jan. 3, SeaWorld San Antonio is decking the halls for an extraordinary holiday event. The scenic wintry, watery wonderland features dinner with Santa, Merry Mariachis, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, Sesame Street photo ops, Christmas shows and twinkling lights. Make your way through the park to see 250 acres of millions of sparkling Christmas lights -- one of the largest Christmas light displays in Texas. To learn more about SeaWorld San Antonio, click or tap here.

Get ready for some ho-ho-ho-liday fun at SeaWorld San Antonio. The park’s annual Christmas celebration is returning on select dates starting Nov. 20 and ending Jan. 3Visitors will have the chance to meet Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer and Santa Claus. The park will be open from 1 to 9 p.m. on Nov. 20 – 22, 25 – 29, Dec. 4 – 6, 11 – 13, 18 – 20, 23 -27 and Dec. 30 – Jan. 3. Visitors are required to make reservations to visit SeaWorld San Antonio and are encouraged to do so as early as possible. Guests can also experience SeaWorld’s Christmas Celebration for free by purchasing a 2021 Season Pass.

John Davenport /San Antonio Express-NewsMore than a dozen guests had to be rescued from a SeaWorld San Antonio roller coaster on Sunday, the San Antonio Fire Department confirmed. Crews were called out to the amusement park for a technical rescue around 1 p.m. Officials said 13 people were stuck on the Wave Breaker: The Rescue Coaster ride.

SAN ANTONIO – A new video shows San Antonio firefighters rescuing several riders stuck on a rollercoaster at SeaWorld. The video shows firefighters utilizing a high-extension ladder to reach the riders and get them down safely. SeaWorld San Antonio on Monday released the following statement:“Yesterday at 12:51pm the Wave Breaker roller coaster stopped during the ride. Consistent with our established safety protocols we worked with the San Antonio Fire Department to safely evacuate all guests on the ride. RELATED: Penguin Cam: Chill with the penguins at SeaWorld San Antonio

In this week’s KSAT Kids' student spotlight, we highlight fourth-grader Mateo Alcorta, who has made more than 1,000 masks since learning how to sew this spring. Well, KSAT Kids has two new home science labs, one of them courtesy of KSAT12 photographer Bill Caldera. KSAT Kids has 10 ways to have fun on Halloween, while also social distancing. (Northside ISD)Do you know a classroom or school that is doing amazing work and deserves to be featured in KSAT Kids? KSAT Kids Home Science: Design a Boat to FloatKSAT Kids Home Science: Saturn’s Glowing RingsAre you looking for something fun to do at home that has a little bit of science behind it?

click to enlarge Pexels/ Magda EhlersNeed a pick-me-up during these difficult times?SeaWorld San Antonio and KSAT came up with a way to bring happiness into our homes, no matter the time of day: a round-the-clock penguin cam.The streaming service will let viewers spy on the roughly the 250 birds at SeaWorld San Antonio, which includes four penguin species, KSAT reports The livestream will let viewers witness penguins' swift swimming skills, humorous interactions and their voracious appetite for fish, Sea World officials said. "Each individual bird has its own unique personality, so their typical behaviors and activity levels will vary," according to a statement from the theme park. "Some penguins spend much of their time swimming, while others seem to prefer climbing on rocks and snow piles or hanging out with their caretakers. "The penguin cam is available anytime, anywhere via KSAT's webpage streaming apps and kid's page

Viewers can now watch a live view of nearly 250 penguins from four different species at SeaWorld San Antonio. In this week’s KSAT Kids' student spotlight, we highlight a 17-year-old who was chosen as the KSAT12 Fiesta medal design winner. And for students seeking additional schooling help, the San Antonio Public Library is offering resources to help with their lessons. Student activitiesPenguin Cam: Chill with the penguins at SeaWorld San Antonio with 24/7 livestreamSeaWorld San Antonio and KSAT are teaming up to bring you what we all need this year - a little happiness. Penguins from SeaWorld San Antonio hang out on KSAT's 24/7 penguin cam.

SeaWorld San Antonio and KSAT are teaming up to bring you what we all need this year - a little happiness. You now have 24/7 access to view the roughly 250 birds at SeaWorld San Antonio, which includes four species of penguins: king, Gentoo, chinstrap and southern rockhopper. This adaptation allows the colony to be on constant alert for predators,” said aviculture staff at SeaWorld San Antonio. The Penguin Encounter at SeaWorld San Antonio isn’t just a special opportunity for people to meet penguins up close. Related:KANGAROO CAM: Live look inside the tree kangaroo habitat at San Antonio ZooDo penguins sneeze?

SAN ANTONIO – This year Halloween is on a Saturday and there is going to be a rare blue moon - which unless you’re afraid of werewolves - is pretty awesome. However, the coronavirus pandemic is making Halloween planning a little difficult for some people and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has warned that trick-or-treating is considered “high risk.”So how can you celebrate Halloween safely in the San Antonio area? Haunted Houses - All monthFrom hokey to haunted - several haunted houses are still open in the San Antonio and Austin areas. South Texas Maize - All monthThis corn maze in Hondo is already open and offers a ton of activities for kids in addition to the 7-acre corn maze. Zoo Boo - All monthThis non-spooky celebration at San Antonio Zoo features trick-or-treat stations, pumpkin painting, dance parties, costume contests, and a hay maze.

SAN ANTONIO – If you’ve visited SeaWorld or seen penguins on tv or in person, you’ve probably seen them sneeze and not even realized it. Penguins are typically characterized as cute, tuxedo-wearing birds who can’t fly but their sneezes aren’t as adorable as one might think. SeaWorld San Antonio sent KSAT a video of several resident Gentoo and chinstrap penguins sneezing prompted by a visitor who asked if the birds sneeze. Throughout the day they ‘sneeze,’ expelling saltwater from their nares - a bird’s nostrils.”Check out all that salty spray in the video player above. 🤢If you’re a a lover of all things penguins, we have some exciting news for you.

SAN ANTONIO – SeaWorld San Antonio is helping families virtually explore the wild with free learning resources as social distancing and mandatory “Stay Home, Work Safe” orders have kept people inside amid the coronavirus pandemic. Access to classroom activities, teacher’s guides, species saving videos, information books and fact sheets about certain animals are all available at SeaWorld San Antonio’s Education Portal. The education resources are geared towards students in grades K-12, according to a news release. You can learn about everything from Clydesdales to coral reefs with SeaWorld’s distance learning resources. Explore, discover and connect here with an in-depth look at animals around the globe.

SAN ANTONIO – SeaWorld San Antonio donated its supply of toilet paper Saturday to Navy medical trainees stationed at Ft. Sam Houston. Members of the Navy First Class Petty Officers Association, a non-federal, non-profit group that advocates on behalf of enlisted sailors, reached out to SeaWorld officials and requested the donation for 1,000 Navy medical trainees in need of supplies. The military students are restricted to the base due to the new coronavirus pandemic and were experiencing a shortage. SeaWorld San Antonio donated 45 cases, about 500 jumbo-sized rolls, of toilet paper. All SeaWorld theme parks temporarily closed on March 16 and will stay closed at least through the end of the month.

SAN ANTONIO - New details were announced Thursday about a roller coaster that, according to SeaWorld San Antonio, will soon be the tallest, fastest and longest wooden roller coaster in Texas. SeaWorld officials said the coaster will be across from the new Turtle Reef exhibit between Orca Stadium and the Rio Loco river rapids ride. "Texas Stingray marks a new wave of excitement for SeaWorld," said SeaWorld San Antonio's vice president of general services, Scott Bacon. With Texas Stingray, SeaWorld officials said the park will now be home to five unique coaster experiences. Click here to visit SeaWorld San Antonio's website.

SeaWorld San Antonio is celebrating several new additions this summer in what the park is referring to as a baby boom. Another California sea lion pup was born this week, bringing the total to seven new pups in the last two months. That's not the only kind of baby boom the aquatic park is experiencing this summer. There has also been an uptick in the number of babies born to the park's animal care specialists. Team members from the orca, penguin and sea lion departments all welcomed new bundles of joy as well.

SeaWorld San Antonio welcomed the first sea lion of the 2019 pinniped pupping season, it announced Friday. The new sea lion was delivered June 18 by Rachel, a 4-year-old California sea lion, at SeaWorlds Pacific Point Preserve seal and sea lion habitat. The pup will graduate to a solid diet of fish after nursing for anywhere from five months to a year. Though the pup is the first of the year, park officials said more sea lion births are expected throughout the summer. Until then, guests can look at the new pup with its mother as it learns to swim and integrate into the social structure at the parks Pacific Point Preserve habitat.