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This year, the City Nature Challenge focuses on international collaboration and the healing power of nature.
New aquarium exhibit and larger-than-life animatronic models explore the mystery and power of venom on Earth.
Rayna Bell, African frog expert, joins the Academy’s Institute for Biodiversity Science and Sustainability.
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From geckos to goblin spiders, flowering plants, and island ants, these new species grow Earth's tree of life.
Endangered chick is first new addition of 2019; part of important Species Survival Plan.
These new members join the Board as the Academy celebrates the tenth anniversary of its new green building.
Team praises widespread commitment but calls for broader participation to better protect marine ecosystems.
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From fish to flowering plants and seahorses to snakes, these 229 new species grow Earth's tree of life.
Sixth annual photo competition awards captivating wildlife and conservation images with cash prizes and exhibit.
Findings raise questions about the stability of our modern global system.
Interactive exhibit explores polar animals and features outdoor ice rink and snow flurries.
Team constructs new family tree for group of nudibranchs; discovers color mimics.
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