Special Events

Penguin Valentines

Sun Feb 12 at 10:30 am, 3:00 pm - African Hall
This is a recurring event. Check the daily calendar for more schedule information.
African penguin holds a red felt valentine in its beak at the Academy
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Penguin Valentines
February 12 & 14, 10:30 am & 3 pm
African Hall (map)
Can't make it IRL? Join us virtually or send a Love Letter!

It's the most waddle-ful time of the year! Join our Species Survival Plan colony of African penguins—and the biologists who care for them—in this scientifically adorable annual tradition. You’ll see curious penguins nab felt hearts to line their nests (great for pair-bonding) and learn about the important husbandry work done by our Steinhart Aquarium biologists.

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Watch our colony of playful African penguins waddle, swim, flirt, and nest on three live webcams.

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Download our free app to stream our irresistible African penguin colony to your iPhone, Android, or AppleTV.

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Love Letters
Does an Academy animal (or human) set your heart aflutter? Let them know with a Valentine's Day Love Letter!

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