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Featured Releases
An innovative conceptual model of island biogeography is outlined for marine organisms—with thrilling results.
From value memberships to free days, museum offers more ways than ever for the community to visit
Summer music series to feature Connan Mockasin, Electric Guest, Ryan Hemsworth, and more
The California Academy of Sciences joins forces with SECORE International and The Nature Conservancy
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Animal News, Exhibits, Science & Sustainability
May 16, 2016
The Academy's latest aquarium exhibit will highlight mysterious deep coral reefs.
Programs & Events
May 12, 2016
Explore the mysterious “twilight zone,” celebrate Asteroid Day, and treat Dad to a sleepover for Father's Day
Programs & Events
May 4, 2016
Summer music series returns to pair emerging bands and cutting-edge art and science.
Science & Sustainability
May 4, 2016
The Academy rounds out its “dream team” with two new coral reef curators and $8.5 million investment in science.
Education, Programs & Events, Science & Sustainability
April 21, 2016
Bay Area youth will prototype exciting science-themed games about California food, water, and energy.
Programs & Events, Science & Sustainability
April 12, 2016
“City Nature Challenge” participants will use iNaturalist to explore California’s legendary wildlife, 4/14–21.
Programs & Events
April 8, 2016
A look at the outer realms of the solar system and indoor “glamping” mark the Academy highlights this May.
Science & Sustainability
March 22, 2016
Sea cucumbers are particularly vulnerable to pollution and overfishing; scientists call for protections.
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