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News Articles

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.

August 22, 2024
The 2024 CELP Scholars are Defining their Program Experience
The Aquarium annually awards Southern California students scholarship funds, while also providing professional development opportunities and participation in a growing community of Scholars.

August 8, 2024
Remembering Roxy
The Aquarium staff are mourning the loss of Roxy the Magellanic penguin.

August 1, 2024
Aquarium Caring for Rescued Loggerhead Sea Turtle
The Aquarium is providing care and rehabilitation to a rescued loggerhead sea turtle with the hopes of releasing it back into the wild


June 28, 2024
Aquarium Debuts New Film “Love & Life Beyond the Glass” Highlighting the Care of Our Seals and Sea Lions
The film by Director Chris Stanford illuminates the heart and soul of Aquarium animal care staff

June 20, 2024
Rescued Pelicans Impacted by Deadly Mass Stranding Event Get a Second Chance After Rehabilitation
Staff from the Aquarium of the Pacific assist with the Wetlands and Wildlife Care Center’s emergency effort to rehabilitate the sick birds and some pelicans are returning home

June 12, 2024
Aquarium of the Pacific Welcomes Community Leaders and Philanthropists on World Ocean Day
Approximately 500 guests attended Bio Ball, an inaugural event created to attract new champions for the nonprofit Aquarium’s education and conservation initiatives