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A new fish species is only known to exist in the deep reefs of St. Pauls Rocks, a remote Brazilian archipelago.
Scientists team up to quantify the “dark data” in fossil collections.
Dr. Todd Braje, anthropologist, joins the Academy’s Institute for Biodiversity Science and Sustainability.
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Science & Sustainability
August 1, 2017
Researchers return a subspecies of giant elephant-shrew from the Congo Basin to full species status.
Science & Sustainability
July 24, 2017
Dr. Lauren Esposito describes two genera and three new species of Earth's oldest living, land-based arthropods
Exhibits, Science & Sustainability
June 21, 2017
From stunning aerial views to rarely-seen underwater wonders, images represent best in nature photography
Programs & Events, Science & Sustainability
June 20, 2017
Snapshot Cal Coast (6/23–7/2) encourages citizen scientists to connect with nature and explore the coast
Building, Leadership, Science & Sustainability
June 13, 2017
Museum stands up for climate leadership and commits to zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2025
Science & Sustainability
May 30, 2017
Researchers return from the Philippines with new species discoveries and deeper insights into threatened reefs.
Programs & Events
May 25, 2017
Summer music series to feature Connan Mockasin, Electric Guest, Ryan Hemsworth, and more
Science & Sustainability
May 24, 2017
Dr. Michelle Trautwein’s team travels to its fifth continent, Australia, to inspect our tiniest roommates.
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