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A new-to-science sea slug, Chromodoris kalawakan, is distinguished by its cloudy blue coloration.
Academy scientists describe 213 new species in 2020

This year researchers collaborated to describe 213 new-to-science species from five continents and three oceans.

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BigPicture 2020 Grand Prize Winner

"Hare Ball" by photographer Andy Parkinson, BigPicture 2020 Grand Prize winner

Submissions for BigPicture: Natural World Photography Competition now open

BigPicture: Natural World Photography Competition opens, awarding prizes for the best nature and wildlife photos

California redwoods
The Academy joins the California Biodiversity Network to protect state wildlife

Partners join forces to target meaningful biodiversity protections.

Big Astronomy
New planetarium show Big Astronomy premieres September 26

The Academy's newest planetarium show transports viewers to epic observatories in Chile.

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© 2008 Tim Griffith

© 2008 Tim Griffith

Science & Sustainability
California Academy of Sciences welcomes new Fellows, bestows annual awards
October 3, 2018

Award ceremony to take place on October 9, 2018.

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Programs & Events, Science & Sustainability
Leading coral scientists to convene in a coordinated effort to save coral reefs
October 2, 2018

Experts from around the world to share the latest science and techniques for coral reef restoration.

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Science & Sustainability
Scientific divers from the California Academy of Sciences discover new species of dazzling, neon-colored fish
September 21, 2018

A new fish species is only known to exist in the deep reefs of St. Pauls Rocks, a remote Brazilian archipelago.

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Building, Programs & Events
Academy celebrates tenth anniversary of groundbreaking new building in Golden Gate Park
September 21, 2018

The Academy marks a decade of science and discovery with special anniversary events.

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Science & Sustainability
Scientists quantify the vast and valuable finds stored on museum shelves
September 19, 2018

Scientists team up to quantify the “dark data” in fossil collections.

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Dr. Todd Braje focuses on coastal ecosystems. © 2018 California Academy of Sciences

Science & Sustainability
Academy welcomes newest curator; appoints new chair of anthropology
September 10, 2018

Dr. Todd Braje, anthropologist, joins the Academy’s Institute for Biodiversity Science and Sustainability.

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Building, Programs & Events
The Academy announces Community Free Days from September 23–25, 2018
September 4, 2018

In honor of the Academy's tenth anniversary, museum will offer free admission to all during three-day period.

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A diver takes a closer look at corals. © Pim Bongaerts

Science & Sustainability
Study says coral bleaching on the Great Barrier Reef not limited to shallow depths
August 31, 2018

A team of researchers takes a closer look at the state of the Great Barrier Reef.

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