Aquarium News

Learn about two regional species of kelp featured on the Aquarium’s Marine Species Report Card, the benefits of kelp, and conservation efforts underway

A Mobile Ocean Classroom Story

For our first time, a critically endangered sunflower sea star “baby” is on display at the Aquarium of the Pacific.

The reimagining of the California Terrace focuses on coastal habitats including shores, wetlands, and tidepools.

Learn about how the feather star and its uniqueness in the “constellation” of sea stars species

Dr. Allen and Charlotte Ginsburg, founding presenting sponsors of the High Tide Student Film Festival, provide funding to the Aquarium to ensure that this festival continues and prospers over the next nine years

Read about two turtle rescues from early March.

Aquarium staff traveled to the Pacific Northwest to aid in an underwater survey on young rockfish.

Nonlethal control of wolves offers a win-win for ranchers and for conservation

See the Aquarium’s newest exhibition, Stars of the Sea, at Member Preview Night.

Read about Aquarium honorees from our community.

Aquarium of the Pacific staff were able to free an entangled green sea turtle and rescue another green sea turtle that needed immediate medical attention in early March thanks to a partnership and permit with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) National Marine Fisheries Service’s (NMFS) West Coast Region

The Aquarium’s president provided expert testimony in front of the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Natural Resources’ Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife, and Fisheries

Aquarium awards $150,000 to Southern California students to support their persistence in marine science-related fields

The Aquarium’s Student Eco Ambassadors immersed themselves in the culture and environment of Oaxaca, gaining hands-on experience in field biology and supporting local sea turtle conservation efforts with a global impact.