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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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Programs & Events
March 10, 2017
A month-long celebration of all things celestial, capped off by San Francisco’s biggest party of the year!
Exhibits, Programs & Events, Science & Sustainability
March 2, 2017
Annual competition awards the best in wildlife and conservation photography.
Programs & Events
February 9, 2017
A new way to experience the Academy’s beloved rainforest; plus dark matter, black holes, and birthday parties!
Programs & Events
January 10, 2017
Animal love is in the air!
Programs & Events
January 6, 2017
Weekly after-hours series for adults announces new year of programs.
Animal News, Science & Sustainability
December 17, 2016
From a fleet of shining beetles to an armored African lizard, these discoveries add to Earth’s tree of life.
Programs & Events
December 8, 2016
Make having fun learning about science one of your New Year’s resolutions!
Science & Sustainability
November 15, 2016
Academy researchers dove into the wake of Hurricane Matthew to survey little-known storm impacts on coral reefs.
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