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Using a novel Past-Present-Future approach, the researchers uncovered the "sea cow effect" on kelp forests
California Academy of Sciences researchers produce first-ever ‘family tree’ for aquarium-bred corals
Pedigree provides insights for maximizing genetic diversity and adaptability in corals bred for conservation.
Adorable additions support the long term health of endangered African penguin population.
Academy researchers use cutting-edge sequencing technology to determine origins of color mimicry in beetles.
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Science & Sustainability
June 8, 2022
Hope for Reefs joins global network of Ocean Decade partners dedicated to reversing the decline of Earth’s ocean
Programs & Events
June 8, 2022
BigPicture Photography Competition announces Grand Prize winning image
Programs & Events
May 9, 2022
Annual City Nature Challenge surpasses 1,690,000 wildlife observations in its seventh year.
Animal News, Science & Sustainability
April 21, 2022
By working together, animal data from living and scientific collections can better inform conservation
Exhibits
April 21, 2022
Exhibit showcases adaptations bugs have developed over millions of years and across a multitude of environments.
Programs & Events
April 20, 2022
Annual Big Bang gala returns to the Academy on April 28, 2022
Exhibits
April 18, 2022
Hidden Wonders is the inaugural exhibition in the newly created Pauline and Tom Tusher Collections Gallery
Programs & Events
March 31, 2022
Challenge unites communities with nature and each other to document Earth's biodiversity
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