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Discover all our exhibits, including sea otters, sharks, sea jellies, frogs, and more in our Tropical, Northern, and Southern California/Baja Galleries.

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Explore Coral Reefs this Summer

Coral Reefs: Nature’s Underwater Cities showcases the beauty and diversity of coral reefs and their animal residents in the Aquarium’s newly reimagined Tropical Pacific Gallery.

Sustainability for All

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More than You Ever Imagined

The Aquarium offers extensive education programming for all ages, connects the arts and sciences to inspire and engage, gathers experts to tackle critical environmental issues, serves and engages local communities, and conserves endangered species and ecosystems.

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Help Your Aquarium Recover and Grow

Sulphur-Crested Cockatoo

Hang Out with a Fantastic Feathered Friend

Animal Encounter

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Live Exhibit Views

UPCOMING EVENTS

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Jul 26
9:00 AM

Sharks

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Jul 28
9:00 AM

Tidepool Habitats

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Jul 28
10:00 AM

Animal de Misterio

Featured News

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African-American Scholar Program 2021 Recipients

Each of the recipients will receive $10,000 and be invited to participate in presentations, meetings, and other activities at the Aquarium for the duration of the program

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The Value of Membership

Membership is a great value no matter how you look at it. Each level is priced so that the membership pays for itself in a few visits. Plus, members receive 12 months of valuable benefits.

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Teens Explored Ocean Issues in Aquarium’s Inaugural High Tide Film Festival

The Aquarium received eighty submissions from high school students in twenty cities across Southern California for its inaugural High Tide Film Festival.

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Please consider supporting your Aquarium by becoming a member, making a donation, or including the Aquarium in your estate plans. We need your support now more than ever.

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