Death of Charlotte the Stingray

Charlotte, the round stingray declared pregnant without a male mate, dies in North Carolina aquarium after being diagnosed with a rare reproductive disease. Public fascination turned to concern as the pregnancy stretched past known timespan and experts questioned the quality of veterinary care.

Charlotte the Round Stingray's Misunderstood Pregnancy

Charlotte, a round stingray initially believed to be pregnant via parthenogenesis, is actually sick with a rare reproductive disease, not pregnant. The situation drew international attention and speculation, with experts expressing concerns for Charlotte's health and skepticism over the possibility of a shark-ray hybrid. The aquarium is now focused on understanding and treating Charlotte's condition.

Oklahoma Family's Octopus Birthday Gift

An Oklahoma family's birthday gift for their son led to the birth of 50 octopus babies, requiring numerous water tanks and thousands of dollars for supplies and repairs. The father documented the journey on TikTok, which gained millions of views.