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Groundbreaking step for avian veterinary medicine helped adorable chick Iggie heal from a common crippling issue
Three massive adult stars join the giant Pacific octopus habitat, and juvenile stars are on exhibit as well.
Revealed on Nature Photography Day, winning images show scenes of a beautiful, yet fragile, planet
Longtime Academy leader to focus on streamlined operations and sustainable revenue growth.
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Animal News
February 12, 2025
Heart-warming tradition educates the public about the potential extinction of critically endangered species.
Exhibits
January 17, 2025
Featuring live performances, interactive experiences, a Black-owned business marketplace, soul food, & cocktails
Exhibits
January 15, 2025
Featuring touchable coral models, interactive projections and audio, and stunning fluorescent creatures.
Science & Sustainability
January 6, 2025
Digitization of 2.3M specimens will expand & bolster the curation, accessibility, & public utility of herbarium.
Science & Sustainability
December 18, 2024
More than a dozen Academy scientists—along with several international collaborators—described the new additions.
Leadership
December 10, 2024
Mark Ruffo brings more than 20 years of experience in fundraising, operations, advocacy, and marketing.
Exhibits
December 3, 2024
World-renowned international photo awards spotlight awe-inspiring perspectives on wildlife and conservation.
Leadership
November 7, 2024
Post-election letter to the Academy community from Executive Director Scott Sampson
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