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underwater close up of a green sea turtle with a missing flipper

Aquarium Staff Help Two Green Sea Turtles

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

Family in front of Blue Cavern exhibit pointing at Sea Bass

Aquarium CEO Dr. Peter Kareiva Speaks About The Benefits Of Nature And Science During Legislative Hearing

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

2025 CELP Scholars Cohort Collage featuring 15 students and the CELP logo

Aquarium of the Pacific Announces Recipients of Its 2025 CELP Scholar Program

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

A group of teens gathered on a beach

S.E.A. Trip 2024

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.

person on a beach carrying a trash bag and a reacher grabber

Keeping the Coast Clean

The Aquarium announces the impact of its latest beach cleanup and shares ways you can help.

a group of small light brown fish with black eyes

Aquarium helps endangered fish impacted by the recent wildfires

The Aquarium of the Pacific is providing a temporary home for northern tidewater gobies directly impacted by ash and chemicals from the ongoing Palisades Fire.

Two divers taking a step into the water off a dock

Aquarium Dive Volunteers Help Further Knowledge on Our Ocean

To assist with conservation projects in local waters, a new team of volunteer divers has completed the Aquarium of the Pacific scientific diving program.

Monarch butterfly on a purple flower

Helping Monarch Butterflies

The Aquarium is approaching its ten-year anniversary in saving these butterflies and shares ideas on how you can help.

Four hands holding tools surrounding a crab

Caring for Crustaceans with Creativity

An aquarist cares for crabs in need of new shells in a new, inventive way, by using non-toxic epoxy, molding, and paint.

shrimp and sea stars

2024 Photographers Night Photo Contest Winners

The Aquarium’s 15th annual Photographers Night was held in October, and guests were invited to enjoy an evening of learning, free equipment rentals, and demonstrations.

Green sea turtle facing the water on a blue tarp.

Aquarium of the Pacific Releases Rescued Green Sea Turtle Into the Wild After Surgery and Rehabilitation

The sixty-pound turtle was rescued earlier this month with a fishing hook in its right shoulder.

Loggerhead turtle on the edge of a boat awaiting release.

Aquarium of the Pacific Releases Rehabilitated Loggerhead Sea Turtle Off the Southern California Coast

The Aquarium is also announcing the construction of a new space to help rescued sea turtles and invites the public to help support the cause.

Two people singing into a microphone.

A Song to Inspire Ocean Stewardship

Soup Pha and his sister, Cynthia Pha, premiered the song Ocean Family as part of the twentieth annual Southeast Asia Day.

Young people people smiling outside.

CELP Scholar Lightning Talks Spark Inspiration for Local Students

Scholars share their stories during the annual Scholar Symposium.

Aquarium staff person talking on mic to an audience.

Junior Lifeguards Connect to Conservation with the Aquarium

A new partnership with the Aquarium of the Pacific and the Long Beach Junior Lifeguard program readies youth with knowledge about ocean conservation and hands-on stewardship.

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