Aquarium of the Pacific | News & Events

November, 2009
Restoring Los Cerritos Wetlands: Waiting for the Tides to ReturnMonday, Nov. 30, 2009 7:00 pm–8:30 pm

Restoring Los Cerritos Wetlands: Waiting for the Tides to Return

Eric Zahn

Eric Zahn will talk about the natural history of Los Cerritos Wetlands, its existing ecology and politics, and the status of the conservation effort in the works to protect and restore this precious and valuable Long Beach resource.

EVENT CATEGORY: Guest Speakers
December, 2009
The Stinging Truth Behind Blooms of Sea JelliesThursday, Dec. 10, 2009 7:00 pm–8:30 pm

The Stinging Truth Behind Blooms of Sea Jellies

Monte Graham

Despite numerous recent examples of massive and unprecedented blooms of sea jellies in coastal waters around the world, these much-maligned animals remain enigmatic to marine science. Dr. Monte Graham.

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Aquarium News

Aquarium Launches Seafood for the Future Program

Aquarium Launches Seafood for the Future Program

The Aquarium of the Pacific launched its new Seafood for the Future program on Tuesday, September 22 with a press event featuring its first-ever Top Dish: Sustainable Seafood Competition with chefs from SAVOR…, McKenna’s on the Bay, Renaissance Long Beach, and Walt’s Wharf.

Tiger Shark Moves to New Home

Tiger Shark Moves to New Home

In order to give our tiger shark more space, the Aquarium of the Pacific has transferred her to another AZA-accredited aquarium that has a larger shark exhibit.

Aquarium of the Pacific Honored by the Alliance to Save Energy

Aquarium of the Pacific Honored by the Alliance to Save Energy

September 17, 2009—Today the Aquarium of the Pacific was recognized in Washington, DC with a Super Nova Star Award as the most energy efficient business with annual revenues under $50 million.

Past Aquarium Guest Speaker Francisco J. Ayala Hosts Colloquium

Past Aquarium Guest Speaker Francisco J. Ayala Hosts Colloquium

Francisco J. Ayala, who has been a guest speaker at the Aquarium, and John C. Avise will host In Light of Evolution IV: The Human Condition at the Beckman Center of National Academies in Irvine, California on December 10-12, 2009.

Mural Painted by Children with Wyland Now on Display

Mural Painted by Children with Wyland Now on Display

In April 2009, as part of Wyland’s Clean Water Challenge, Aquarium of the Pacific member children were invited to paint a 20 foot mural with renowned marine-life artist Wyland.

First-Ever Tiger Shark at the Aquarium of the Pacific

First-Ever Tiger Shark at the Aquarium of the Pacific

July 17, 2009—The Aquarium of the Pacific is excited to have a tiger shark (Galeocerdo cuvier) on display for its first-time ever. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to see this amazing five-foot predator. Few aquariums have had tiger sharks, and today only two other aquariums in the U.S. are home to these awesome predators.

Aquarium Contributes to the Art Miles Project

Aquarium Contributes to the Art Miles Project

The Aquarium of the Pacific welcomed more than 430 artists of all ages for the Art Miles mural event on Tuesday, February 3.

Aquarium of the Pacific Announces Brent Maxwell Ward as its May 10th Anniversary Scholar

Aquarium of the Pacific Announces Brent Maxwell Ward as its May 10th Anniversary Scholar

June 8, 2009—The Aquarium of the Pacific is pleased to announce Brent Maxwell Ward as its May 10th Anniversary Scholar for his efforts in marine science and conservation.

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