At 25 feet deep, the Philippine Coral Reef tank is one of the deepest and largest indoor display of living coral in the world. Under the surface, hundreds of fish mingle with eels, anemones, starfish, ...

Although corals are tiny organisms, they construct some of the largest and most ecologically important structures in the world. Members of a diverse group that includes jellyfish and anemones, most ...

An interactive storytime about how humans are connected to each other and the natural world. Daily, 10:15 a.m.

This is a recurring event. Check the daily calendar for more schedule information.

Thriving California aims to regenerate biodiversity, build resilience to climate change, and advance equitable access to nature across our state and in three major California ecosystems: Sierra ...

Thank you for your interest in volunteering at the California Academy of Sciences! Please scroll down to view currently available opportunities and role descriptions. The California Academy of ...

Don’t tell Claude, but he’s not the only long-bodied, sharp-toothed, extremely chill species in the aquarium.

WHAT: Immerse yourself in the newly refreshed Twilight Zone: Deep Reefs Revealed exhibit, which recently reopened after ...

We've learned through experience how important it is to set aside time to introduce your students to notebooks as a scientific tool. Dedicating just a little bit of class time builds student ownership ...

Did Claude really eat a ballet slipper? Why are there whale bones on our roof? Is there really a sea monster in our basement? At the Academy, there’s a story behind every specimen. Join a VIP Tour for ...

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In a perfect world, we’d realize that our world is perfect. With very little ego, our humble home planet keeps biodiversity balanced, ecosystems harmonious, and the climate calibrated. Humans?