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The Flamboyant Cuttlefish  

A master of disguise!

Clever, showy, and masters of disguise, these tiny predators may be unable to hide from their most serious threat.

Audio Posted: May 29, 2013 | Running time: 1:15

Animal Information | Educational | Education Audio | Exhibits | Southern California/Baja Gallery

The Snowy Egret  

Elegance, grace and tenacity in white

Found throughout the western hemisphere, this elegant and graceful bird possesses some unique survival skills.

Audio Posted: February 6, 2013 | Running time: 1:34

Animal Information | Educational | Education Audio | Conservation | Exhibits | Shark Lagoon

Sharks, the most feared predator  

Hunter or hunted?

"Shark!" The mere word evokes fear in many people! In recent history, shark attack upon humans has been one of the most feared (and most misunderstood) natural dangers to man. In reality, it is the shark that has become the hunted.

Audio Posted: August 15, 2012 | Running time: 1:48

Animal News | Climate Change | Exhibits | For Kids | Education Audio | Exhibits | Arctic and Antarctic

The Arctic Fox  

Resilient and adaptable as it is, will the arctic fox be able to survive the challenges ahead?

The IUCN lists the Arctic Fox as one of the species most vulnerable to the effects of climate change in its environment.

Audio Posted: July 13, 2012 | Running time: 1:37

Animal Information | Educational | Marine Biology | Education Audio | Exhibits | Penguin Habitat

Magellanic Penguin  

Spheniscus Magellanicus, A Penguin for All Seasons

Throughout history, penguins have captured the hearts and imagination of people of all ages. Comical and endearing, our perception of this awkward creature belies its amazing abilities to survive in the ocean and on land.

Audio Posted: May 31, 2012 | Running time: 1:44

Educational | Marine Biology | Education Audio | Oceanography

The Invisible Ocean  

Is the ocean’s beauty in the eye of the beholder?

The largest geographic feature of our planet is the ocean, almost inconceivable in size to the imagination. It is in this vast environment that microscopic plants and animals make our planet habitable.

Audio Posted: January 31, 2012 | Running time: 1:17

Climate Change | Conservation Issues | Education Audio | Conservation | Oceanography

Sea Level Rise Special on KFWB News 980  

Scientists estimate sea levels could rise more than three feet by the end of this century. In California, that would mean the flooding of San Francisco International Airport, the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach, and much of the commercial and residential property along the coast. Find out more about this pressing issue and how to prepare through this special report by KFWB featuring Anchor Ron Kilgore and sea level rise experts: Aquarium of the Pacific President Dr. Jerry R. Schubel, Dr. Reinhard E. Flick of the Scripps Institution of Oceanography, and Dr. Robert S. Young of Western Carolina University.

Audio Posted: June 4, 2011 | Running time: 34:55

Educational | Marine Biology | Education Audio

Health Care for Aquarium Animals  

Animal Care Series: Giving Marine Animals Annual Exams Learn how Aquarium Veterinarian Dr. Lance Adams closely monitors the health of the Aquariums 12,000 animals.

Audio Posted: April 11, 2011 | Running time: 1:49

Educational | For Kids | Marine Biology | Education Audio | Exhibits | Southern California/Baja Gallery

Seaweed: Nuisance or Gift?  

Yucky, stinky seaweed everywhere! We often think of seaweed as a nuisance on our beaches. In fact, it’s not just fish that need it, we do too! Discover the amazing story of seaweed!

Audio Posted: April 5, 2011 | Running time: 1:48

Animal Information | Educational | Marine Biology | Education Audio

Performing Surgery on a Fish  

Animal Care Series: Just how do you perform surgery on a fish?

Did you know that staff veterinarian Dr. Lance Adams has performed surgery on dozens of Aquarium fish? Learn the methods employed for this unique surgical patient.

Audio Posted: November 22, 2010 | Running time: 1:31

Conservation Issues | Educational | Education Audio | Conservation | Oceanography

Our Oceans: Feast or Famine?  

The importance of establishing Marine Protected Areas

Should we try to protect such a vast resource? Is it even possible, and what are some of the challenges we face?

Audio Posted: November 17, 2010 | Running time: 1:45

Animal Information | Educational | For Kids | Marine Biology | Education Audio

What Does a Sick Fish Look Like?  

Animal Care Series: Learn how we identify and care for sick fish.

Fish can become under the weather too! Learn how staff Veterinarian Dr. Lance Adams identifies and cares for sick fish.

Audio Posted: November 13, 2010 | Running time: 1:33

Climate Change | Educational | Education Audio | Conservation | Oceanography | Exhibits | Arctic and Antarctic

Climate and Weather  

"Climate is what you expect; Weather is what you get". -Mark Twain

Changes in the ocean and atmosphere impact all of our lives. From deciding where to vacation, to where we farm and what we plant, understanding the ocean's influence on climate and weather benefits us all.

Audio Posted: October 4, 2010 | Running time: 1:29

Conservation Issues | Educational | Environment | Marine Biology | Education Audio | Conservation | Exhibits | Southern California/Baja Gallery

Restoring Our Giant Kelp Forests  

How we can recover these declining habitats

Efforts in restoration are showing positive results for our giant kelp forests. Learn why and how it's done.

Audio Posted: September 16, 2010 | Running time: 1:37

Exhibits | Educational | Marine Biology | Education Audio

The Quarantine Process  

Animal Care Series: Learn how we introduce new animals to existing displays.

New animals that come to the Aquarium of the Pacific are quarantined and examined by the aquariums veterinarian before they are introduced to animals already on display.

Audio Posted: August 18, 2010 | Running time: 1:33

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