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2 more beluga whales die at Chicago's Shedd Aquarium

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Officials have announced the death of two more beluga whales. The deaths occurred at Chicago's Shedd Aquarium.

Further information about the incident is available from officials. Details about the circumstances surrounding the deaths have not been provided in the initial announcement.

The aquarium has confirmed the deaths, but additional details are not specified in the available information. For more information, the source can be consulted.

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Category: News · Published: September 3, 2026 · Source: ABC7 Los Angeles (KABC) · Reading time: 1 min

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2 more beluga whales die at Chicago's Shedd Aquarium

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