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Featured Releases
The Academy condemns the killing of George Floyd—and acknowledges that anti-racism must begin in our own house.
Stunning images of Earth and its lifeforms represent the best nature and wildlife photographers in the world
Over 41,000 citizen scientists—some while sheltering in place—provided important urban biodiversity observations
Rayna Bell, African frog expert, joins the Academy’s Institute for Biodiversity Science and Sustainability.
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Animal News, Exhibits, Programs & Events
July 5, 2011
The Pocket Penguins app offers users live views of our charismatic African Penguins 24 hours a day.
Science & Sustainability
January 13, 2011
3,607 birds housed at the Academy provided critical data for research about spread of Galapagos diseases.
Science & Sustainability
January 1, 2011
Researchers' expertise lies in infectious viruses, African frogs, and tropical reef fishes
Animal News, Science & Sustainability
January 1, 2011
Scientists find additional evidence that the Philippines is one of the most species-rich places on the planet.
Education, Leadership
September 29, 2010
Meet Elizabeth Babcock, the Academy's New Dean of Education.
Science & Sustainability
August 11, 2010
New finds from Ethiopia push tool use back by almost a million years.
Building, Science & Sustainability
October 8, 2008
The Academy's innovative building earns the highest sustainability rating of any museum in the world.
Building, Exhibits, Programs & Events
September 27, 2008
Learn why the new California Academy of Sciences is one of San Francisco's must-see destinations.
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