Learn about our charismatic African penguin colony from an Academy biologist. Daily, 10:30 a.m. and 3 p.m. Watch as a diver plunges into one of the world's deepest living coral reef tanks. Daily, ...

This is a recurring event. Check the daily calendar for more schedule information.

Academy biologists regularly conduct in-water training and enrichment exercises with our resident rays—which is why human feet occasionally make a webcam cameo. The rays eat clam tongue, prawns, squid ...

The Swamp is best known as the home of Claude, the startlingly white Alligator mississippiensis who's become one of the Academy's most famous residents. Go below for underwater, eye-to-eye views of ...

Watch reef fish dart through colorful forests of coral while giant rays sail gracefully under your feet.

We've learned through experience how important it is to set aside time to introduce your students to notebooks as a scientific tool. Dedicating just a little bit of class time builds student ownership ...

"Diagram of the Earth's seasons as seen from the south" © 2006 Tauʻolunga ...

Sea stars, also known as starfish, are critically important to California’s coastal ecosystems. Sadly, one species is critically endangered. You can help: This December, head to the coast to search ...

This is a recurring event. Check the daily calendar for more schedule information. Planetarium shows are included with Daytime Admission, but capacity is limited for the safety of our guests and staff ...

At a Penguins+Pajamas Sleepover, the adventure begins well before bedtime—and continues the next day. Spark your young science-lover's imagination by exploring our exhibits after hours. Go stargazing ...