Aquarium News
Learn about our latest programs and animal updates
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News Articles
December 18, 2024
2024 Aquarium Highlights
Thanks to the support of our community, donors, members, and guests and the tireless dedication of our employees and volunteers, the Aquarium celebrated a successful 2024.
December 3, 2024
Helping Monarch Butterflies
The Aquarium is approaching its ten-year anniversary in saving these butterflies and shares ideas on how you can help.
November 21, 2024
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.
November 15, 2024
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.
October 30, 2024
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.
October 16, 2024
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.
October 13, 2024
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.
October 7, 2024
CELP Scholar Lightning Talks Spark Inspiration for Local Students
Scholars share their stories during the annual Scholar Symposium.
October 7, 2024
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.
October 3, 2024
Helping Sharks through Ground-Breaking Research
Aquarium study shows how ultrasounds can be used to evaluate zebra shark eggs and embryos, which will play a role in efforts to reproduce and repopulate this endangered species.
September 24, 2024
Animal Updates for Fall 2024
Read about a rescued loggerhead sea turtle and remember Yutaka the giant sea bass.
September 24, 2024
What’s New for Fall 2024?
Get ready for Member Month in November and enjoy seasonal events at the Aquarium this fall.
September 24, 2024
Philanthropy Highlights Fall 2024
Read about the small supporters, the future veterinarians, and volunteers inspired by the Aquarium’s efforts and programs.
September 5, 2024
Lending a Helping Hand to Corals
Aquarium of the Pacific staff aid coral restoration efforts in Guam.