Since 2003, Jack Dumbacher has served as the Academy's curator of ornithology and mammalogy, using both fieldwork and ...

National Park Service conservator Fran Ritchie prepares Monarch, one of California's last grizzly bears, for the new exhibit ...

The deceased gray whale rests on Angel Island as researchers prepare for a necropsy. Photo courtesy Barbie Halaska, Marine Mammal Center If you are a journalist and would like to receive Academy press ...

Planetarium Director Ryan Wyatt (left) and Geologist Peter Roopnarine (right) were honored by AAAS for their scientific achievements across disciplines. Kathryn ...

On the Galápagos Islands, evidence of evolution is everywhere, with endemic species like the Galápagos giant tortoise (Chelonoidis niger) and Darwin’s finches telling captivating stories of natural ...

The selected creatives will create digital content and host in-person programming to spark conversations about environmental issues. (L-R) Kaua Hermosura, Desiree McGill, Vishal Subramanyan, Chloé ...

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This is a recurring event. Check the daily calendar for more schedule information. Planetarium shows are included with admission, but capacity is limited for the safety of our guests and staff.

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 ...

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 ...

Join us for an all-ages exploration of animal movement from striking snake to feathery flyers. Daily, 10:15 am.