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Academy island biogeography
Academy researchers uncover hidden factors that shape sea life around islands

An innovative conceptual model of island biogeography is outlined for marine organisms—with thrilling results.

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Academy for All offers free and reduced admission programs
Academy for All initiative provides new free and reduced admission programs

From value memberships to free days, museum offers more ways than ever for the community to visit

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Dan Deacon NightLife LIVE

Dan Deacon (NightLife LIVE 2016) - photo by John Hartsfield

NightLife LIVE announces lineup for summer 2017 concerts

Summer music series to feature Connan Mockasin, Electric Guest, Ryan Hemsworth, and more

SECORE
Global coral reef experts launch major restoration efforts in the Caribbean

The California Academy of Sciences joins forces with SECORE International and The Nature Conservancy

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Francisco Negroni (Frutillar, Chile)

The Awakening: Landscape of Fear by Francisco Negroni (Frutillar, Chile)

Programs & Events
September 2016: Programs and Events at the California Academy of Sciences
August 2, 2016

Beauty reigns in September with rare gems and minerals, exotic nature photography, and celestial showers

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Science & Sustainability
"Rich bugs" revealed: scientists say homes in wealthier neighborhoods host a greater diversity of indoor insects
August 1, 2016

Survey of 50 urban households indicates “luxury effect” among bugs

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Science & Sustainability
Newly discovered virus a prime suspect in mysterious, often-fatal beak disorder spreading to birds across the United States
July 25, 2016

Avian Keratin Disorder causes debilitating beak overgrowth, preventing birds from feeding and preening.

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BigPicture

"The Courageous Crossing" by Manoj Shah of Nairobi, Kenya.

Programs & Events
August 2016: Programs and Events at the California Academy of Sciences
July 8, 2016

Awe-inspiring nature photography, a free teen science night, and exploration of the ocean’s deep coral reefs

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Grand Prize winner

Grand Prize: "White Rhino" by Maroesjka Lavigne of Ghent, Belgium.

Exhibits, Programs & Events, Science & Sustainability
Third annual BigPicture nature photography exhibit opens July 29
July 6, 2016

Exhibit to feature 48 photographs of captivating moments in nature from around the world.

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Science & Sustainability
California Academy of Sciences and SECORE International aim to revolutionize coral reef restoration with one million pieces of concrete
June 16, 2016

New scientific approach intends to rehabilitate imperiled coral reefs on a global scale.

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California Academy of Sciences twilight zone
Programs & Events
July 2016: Programs and Events at the California Academy of Sciences
June 14, 2016

The heart of summer is the perfect time to learn about the fascinating, unexplored depths of the ocean.

iNaturalist
Programs & Events, Science & Sustainability
Wildlife tracking network iNaturalist rallies thousands of citizen scientists for the National Park Service’s 100th birthday
May 31, 2016

iNaturalist users help scientists observe more than 7,500 species in 126 Parks during an unprecedented push.

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