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News Articles

harbor seal head above the water's surface

February 11, 2026

Harbor Seal Kaya is Moving to a New Home on April 14

The Aquarium announces that harbor seal Kaya will be moving to a new home on April 14. Aquarium guests will be able to see Kaya at the Seal and Sea Lion Habitat through February 23

Youth stewards holding a home-made Ocean Neighbors sign about wolf eels

February 9, 2026

Applications are Open for the 2026 Ocean Neighbors Middle School Volunteer Program

The 2026 Ocean Neighbors program invites SoCal middle schoolers to apply for a hybrid volunteer experience that builds marine science skills, fosters community engagement, and offers mentorship while supporting ocean conservation

rescued turtle with 3 flippers swims in the new Sea Turtle Rehabilitation Center

January 28, 2026

Aquarium of the Pacific Opens New Area Dedicated to Sea Turtle Rehabilitation

The public can now see a rescued sea turtle in the new rehabilitation area and through accompanying displays learn about the Aquarium’s work in helping these animals

Three sea lions barking on rocks

January 27, 2026

Animal Updates for Winter 2026

Read about Ocean Neighbors, sea turtle rehabilitation, and the Marine Science Report Card trading cards.

Underside of a purple colored sea star

January 23, 2026

Aquarium Accolades Winter 2026

Read about Aquarium honorees from our community.

Close up of two hands holding five cards with images of marine animals

January 20, 2026

Collect, Connect, and Learn

Collect Marine Species Report Card trading cards at the Aquarium of the Pacific in 2026! Explore exhibits, earn cards monthly, and learn about species through their stories and conservation efforts.

Four blue fish swimming near coral

January 8, 2026

What’s New for Winter 2026?

Make the Aquarium your winter escape for animals, fun, and cultural celebrations.

Pinkish red octopus in profile

January 8, 2026

Philanthropy Highlights Winter 2026

Learn how to help support the Aquarium’s mission in the long term.

Two of the four people in the photo have their faces in full view as these two are smiling. One is holding a thin object in their hands.

December 18, 2025

Aquarium of the Pacific Recognized for Its Role in Saving Endangered Tidewater Gobies

Aquarium of the Pacific among those honored for helping tidewater gobies after the Palisades Fire

A tan colored seahorse in focus close to a sandy bottom with two other seahorses in the background

December 18, 2025

Pacific Seahorses Introduced to Southern California Gallery

One of the world’s largest seahorses debuts in the Aquarium’s SoCal Spotlight exhibit; explore El Niño’s impact and its vulnerable conservation status.

A sea jelly with an almost-see-through bell with a blue line on the edge and short tentacles

December 16, 2025

New sea jelly gallery to open this summer at the Aquarium of the Pacific

Jelly Dreamscapes, opening at the Aquarium on May 23, 2026, immerses guests in a gallery filled with hundreds of sea jellies from around the world set amidst meditative lighting and dream-like soundscapes.

happy holidays design with illustrated sea turtles moving over green and red shapes

December 15, 2025

Aquarium 2025 Highlights

From saving species to serving our community, the Aquarium achieved many accomplishments this past year.

close up of a Magellanic penguin's black and white head with a green background

November 28, 2025

The Aquarium of the Pacific Welcomes New Penguin, Rosie, Ahead of the Holiday Season

The public can now see Rosie in the June Keyes Penguin Habitat.

A young dark drown colored shark with black and white stripes

November 20, 2025

Aquarium of the Pacific Partners with ReShark to Help Restore Endangered Zebra Sharks in the Wild

The Aquarium is part of the global initiative led by ReShark that is working to restore endangered shark and ray populations

frog

November 12, 2025

2025 Photographers Night Photo Contest Winners

The Aquarium’s 16th annual Photographers Night was held in October, and guests were invited to enjoy an evening of learning, free equipment rentals, and demonstrations.