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Academy researchers say framework for classifying coral species needs to be expanded for conservation success
Community scientists around the world celebrate the sixth-annual City Nature Challenge at the end of April
Characterizing how ancient life responded to environmental stressors provides modern-day insights.
The museum plans to reopen on March 15 to members and March 17 to the general public.
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Exhibits, Programs & Events
January 6, 2020
From research talks to new aquarium animals, the Academy is ringing in the new year by bringing on the science!
Science & Sustainability
December 12, 2019
New fossil animal named after the goddess Athena shows how sea lilies’ arms evolved.
![Siphamia arnazae [© 2019 Mark Erdmann]](https://calacademy.org/sites/default/files/styles/manual_crop_square_460px/public/uploads/images/siphamia-arnazae-2-c-2019-mark-erdmann-web.jpg?itok=J72g5Wel&c=def795a08c4f99b4e9e151ea51a44009)
Science & Sustainability
December 5, 2019
From geckos to goblin spiders, flowering plants, and island ants, these new species grow Earth's tree of life.
Exhibits, Programs & Events, Science & Sustainability
December 3, 2019
World-class international photo competition awards captivating wildlife and conservation images.
Exhibits, Programs & Events
November 26, 2019
From live reindeer to festive musical performances, the Academy is full of holiday cheer this
season.
Exhibits
November 5, 2019
Interactive exhibit explores the science of frozen polar regions with live reindeer, festive programs, and more!
Exhibits, Programs & Events
October 14, 2019
From snow flurries to live reindeer, November is all about holiday cheer at the Academy.
Programs & Events
October 10, 2019
Annual fundraiser brings the museum to life at night and supports free and reduced admission programs.
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