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The University of Chicago’s Independent Student Newspaper since 1892

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The University of Chicago’s Independent Student Newspaper since 1892

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Esther (left) and Mordecai (right) eat the nutrient pellets Jerry Coyne feeds them twice a day.

Ducks Return to Botany Pond

By Natalie Earl / April 8, 2025
Jerry Coyne, a professor emeritus in the Department of Ecology and Evolution and the official “duck-master” of Botany Pond, spoke to the Maroon about the pond’s new inhabitants.
A student crosses the restored Botany Pond bridge.

Photo Essay: A Brief History of the Botany Pond Restoration

By Natalie Earl / December 4, 2024
After more than two years of restoration work, Botany Pond has been reopened for the University community to enjoy.
Botany Pond Restoration Faces Delays, Reopening Date Unclear

Botany Pond Restoration Faces Delays, Reopening Date Unclear

By Greta Serniute / February 9, 2024
The restoration of Botany Pond, which aims to revitalize the pond’s ecosystem and ensure its longevity, was originally slated for completion in the summer of 2023 but faced timeline delays due to the unforeseen scope of the project.
At a pond, a mother duck and four baby ducks swim

Botany Pond Restoration Prioritizes Expansion and Improvement of Habitat

By Gustavo Delgado / December 1, 2022
The project is scheduled for completion in the summer of 2023, during which the pond and its WebCam will remain closed.
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