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The California Academy of Sciences plans to reopen on Tuesday, October 13. Members and donors visit first!
Global nature observation network iNaturalist surpasses 50 million wild plant and animal observations.
Sarah Jacobs, western flora specialist, joins the Institute for Biodiversity Science and Sustainability.
The Academy welcomes Derek Mitchell to its Board of Trustees.
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Science & Sustainability
January 27, 2020
Rayna Bell, African frog expert, joins the Academy’s Institute for Biodiversity Science and Sustainability.
Science & Sustainability
January 15, 2020
Extent of aquatic-associated spider species suggests they’re pre-adapted to watery environments.
Exhibits, Programs & Events
January 6, 2020
From research talks to new aquarium animals, the Academy is ringing in the new year by bringing on the science!
Science & Sustainability
December 12, 2019
New fossil animal named after the goddess Athena shows how sea lilies’ arms evolved.
![Siphamia arnazae [© 2019 Mark Erdmann]](https://www.calacademy.org/sites/default/files/styles/manual_crop_square_460px/public/uploads/images/siphamia-arnazae-2-c-2019-mark-erdmann-web.jpg?itok=J72g5Wel&c=def795a08c4f99b4e9e151ea51a44009)
Science & Sustainability
December 5, 2019
From geckos to goblin spiders, flowering plants, and island ants, these new species grow Earth's tree of life.
Exhibits, Programs & Events, Science & Sustainability
December 3, 2019
World-class international photo competition awards captivating wildlife and conservation images.
Exhibits, Programs & Events
November 26, 2019
From live reindeer to festive musical performances, the Academy is full of holiday cheer this
season.
Exhibits
November 5, 2019
Interactive exhibit explores the science of frozen polar regions with live reindeer, festive programs, and more!
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