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Exhibit interrupts a familiar presentation of biodiversity, injects a view into modern, urban life in Africa.
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Science & Sustainability
December 2, 2022
Experts from more than 50 organizations, including the Academy, review current state of biodiversity on island.
Exhibits, Programs & Events
December 1, 2022
World-renowned international photo competition awards awe-inspiring wildlife and conservation images.
Science & Sustainability
November 30, 2022
Democratized access to collections data will help guide conservation and management decisions across the state.
Science & Sustainability
November 28, 2022
Using a novel Past-Present-Future approach, the researchers uncovered the "sea cow effect" on kelp forests.
Science & Sustainability
California Academy of Sciences researchers produce first-ever ‘family tree’ for aquarium-bred corals
November 14, 2022
Pedigree provides insights for maximizing genetic diversity and adaptability in corals bred for conservation.
Animal News
November 10, 2022
Adorable additions support the long term health of endangered African penguin population.
Science & Sustainability
October 24, 2022
Academy researchers use cutting-edge sequencing technology to determine origins of color mimicry in beetles.
Leadership
October 13, 2022
The 39-member Board continues to be led by Board Chair Dan Janney.
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