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This week on Aquarium of the Podcific, our o-fishal podcast, Documentary Filmmaker Chris Stanford joins us to discuss his film, “Love and Life Beyond the Glass”. Chris and the hosts discuss falling in love with Parker the sea lion, the film’s emotional impact, and what it was like working with our staff and animals.

“Love and Life Beyond the Glass” plays throughout the day in our Honda Pacific Visions Theater. Don’t miss it on your next visit!

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Do you think Parker is on Santa Diver’s ✨NICE✨ or 🔥NAUGHTY🔥 list this year? 🤿🎅📋✅

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Introducing, TOAST! 🍞🐙

Toast is a two-spot octopus that now resides in our Southern California Gallery. Stop by her exhibit to see if you can spot this master of disguise.

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I'M TALKING TO HIM!

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This week on Aquarium of the Podcific, our o-fishal podcast, we interview Dr. Lance Adams, Director of Veterinary Services. Dr. Adams discusses his 20+ year tenure and the diverse responsibilities of caring for over 12,000 animals.

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For over 23 years, the Aquarium of the Pacific has proudly partnered with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to rescue, rehabilitate, and release stranded sea turtles along the Los Angeles coastline.

While we’ve made incredible strides, our Sea Turtle Rehabilitation and Release Program has faced a recurring challenge—our current resources, including pools, medical supplies, and monitoring technology, are not always available when emergencies strike. This makes it difficult to respond swiftly to sea turtle strandings when they occur.

With your help, we can change that. Your support will enable us to expand our infrastructure and dedicate vital resources exclusively to sea turtle rehabilitation. Together, we can renew our commitment to NOAA and ensure that we’re ready to respond to every sea turtle stranding along the Los Angeles County coastline as the designated agent within the West Coast Sea Turtle Stranding Network.

Your gift today will go twice as far to save endangered sea turtles, thanks to a generous match from the ETHAPAX Fund and Trustees of the Pacific.

Sea turtles are more than majestic—they’re ocean guardians, supporting coral reefs, seagrass meadows, and balanced ecosystems.

Donate now at pacific.to/gt24 to help us protect these gentle giants and ensure a thriving ocean for generations to come.

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AGAIN!!!!

IT'S DECEMBER

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We are endlessly grateful for the support from our donors, members, visitors, staff, and followers. Thank you for choosing to uplift your Aquarium's mission to instill a sense of wonder, respect, and stewardship for the Pacific Ocean, its inhabitants, and ecosystems.

Happy Thanksgiving from gourdgeous Ghost and all of us here at the Aquarium!

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POV: You’re visiting the Aquarium but need to say "HI 👋" to the axolotls first and foremost. 💚🎀

Video filmed November 2024, animal locations and exhibits are subject to change. We cannot guarantee animals will be in the best place to view upon arrival and recommend another lap before you leave if so.

Our axolotl collection is made up of confiscated animals through a partnership with US Fish & Wildlife. These animals come to us from varying backgrounds and our priority is to provide them the best care possible, this includes areas to rest on exhibit that may not be best for viewing.

Your ticket purchase and memberships support our efforts to help these animals and provide them a safe home. Thank you for your support!

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It’s Family Volunteer Day! Meet Elena & Mirna Delgadillo, one of our Sunday volunteer pairs.

Family volunteering is a unique opportunity at the Aquarium, where a parent (or authorized adult) can share a volunteer experience with up to two children. Children must be at least 9 years old for family volunteer opportunities.

Visit pacific.to/volunteer to learn more. 💞

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This crab is under construction! Read more on the Aquarium's website. 🦀🦺

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LINEUP ANNOUNCED! 🙌

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2024 Photographers Night Photo Contest Winners

Congratulations to our 2024 Photo Night Winners! The Aquarium’s 15th annual Photographers Night was held in October, and guests were invited to enjoy an evening of workshops, free equipment rentals, and demonstrations. Hope to see you next year! 📸

🥇Grand Prize Winner: Joshua Gluck's shrimp rave

🥈First Runner-Up: Dominique Vasquez's baby seahorses

🥉Second Runner-Up: Rich Esteban's lumpsucker

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This week on Aquarium of the Podcific, our o-fishal podcast, we are deep diving into the CELP Scholar Program, featuring Animal Care Specialist Leslie Nguyen and Director of STEM Pathways Alie LeBeau.

🎧 Visit pacific.to/podcast or find Aquarium of the Podcific anywhere you listen to podcasts!

Applications for our 2025 CELP Scholar Program are now open, visit pacific.to/celp to learn more. 🌊

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How adorable are our baby California skates? Find them in the White Abalone exhibit inside our Southern California Gallery.

Video by Aquarist Melissa

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hey do you have any crabs I can borrow 🐙

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HAPPY HALLOWEEN! 👻

We’ve got a spooky special episode of Aquarium of the Podcific streaming now featuring GHOST STORIES from our staff.

Find us anywhere you listen to podcasts!