Every year on May 16th, we honor the fascinating Sea Monkeys! These tiny aquatic creatures, brine shrimp by nature, have captured the hearts of pet owners since their introduction in 1957. Did you know? Sea Monkeys aren’t actual monkeys—they get their name from their tail shape! These unique little beings are transparent and even breathe through their feet. In 1998, Sea Monkeys made history by traveling to space with astronaut John Glenn aboard the Space Shuttle Discovery! They spent nine days in space and hatched back on Earth eight weeks later! Curious to learn more about these incredible creatures? Visit Destiny in the Library and Media Services tile in the Portal. #NationalSeaMonkeyDay
