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News Articles

a group of small light brown fish with black eyes

January 23, 2025

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.

Underside of a purple colored sea star

January 21, 2025

Aquarium Accolades Winter 2025

Read about Aquarium honorees from our community.

Pinkish red octopus in profile

January 21, 2025

Creating a Legacy Through Planned Giving at the Aquarium of the Pacific

Learn how to help support the Aquarium’s mission in the long term.

Three sea lions barking on rocks

January 21, 2025

Animal Updates for Winter 2025

Read about creative crustacean care, some turtle releases, and important zebra shark research.

Four blue fish swimming near coral

January 21, 2025

What’s New for Winter 2025?

Visit the Aquarium this winter to see a new octopus and enjoy upcoming events.

Two divers taking a step into the water off a dock

December 27, 2024

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.

A Sunflower Sea Star with its 18 limbs extended out.

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.

Monarch butterfly on a purple flower

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.

Four hands holding tools surrounding a crab

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.

shrimp and sea stars

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.

Green sea turtle facing the water on a blue tarp.

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.

Loggerhead turtle on the edge of a boat awaiting release.

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.

Two people singing into a microphone.

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.

Young people people smiling outside.

October 7, 2024

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.

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.