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Birch Aquarium Seadragon is Pregnant, ‘Extremely Rare' in Captivity
A female Weedy Seadragon has transferred eggs to a male at the Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego, a rare event and a first for the institution, it was announced Monday.
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Birch Aquarium Moves 5 Little Blue Penguins From San Diego to Cincinnati Zoo
These well-traveled penguins are part of an international Species Survival Plan that works to maintain the genetic diversity of certain species in zoos and aquariums.
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Too Cute: San Diego Zoo, Humane Society and Aquarium's Residents Celebrate Halloween
The San Diego Humane Society, the San Diego Zoo and the Birch Aquarium at Scripps treated some of their resident animals to sweet pumpkins to celebrate Halloween and the fall season.
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How to Make Sure Your Pet's Halloween Costume is Safe
Things like ensuring full mobility can help your pet enjoy the costume as much as you.
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Jumping to Save Lives at Ocean Beach Pier | What's Up?
A jump fundraiser kickoff this morning at Ocean Beach pier to help raise money for the Prevent Drowning Foundation of San Diego. And, a Navy sailor from the USS Carl Vinson dies onboard. Plus, the Birch Aquarium opens its new penguin exhibit July 12.
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‘Little Blue Penguins' Waddle Into La Jolla
The Beyster Family Little Blue Penguins exhibit will feature the fabulous and photo-ready feathered figures.
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Birch Aquarium's New Blue-Feathered Friend Finally Has a Name
On Friday, the Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego finally revealed the name of one of its Little Blue Penguins after receiving nearly 2,500 votes for names.
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Public Invited to Help Name Young Penguin
A new tribe of penguins will soon call Birch Aquarium their new home — and one young bird needs a name.
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Get Your Thinking Caps: Birch Aquarium's New Blue-Feathered Friend Needs a Name
Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego has 15 new feathered friends coming to the aquarium this summer. From now until May 8, 2022, at 5 p.m., Birch Aquarium is letting the public decide on one special penguin’s name.
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Little Blue Penguins Coming to Birch Aquarium Next Summer
The biggest news in the history of Birch Aquarium is quite little. The aquarium announced the addition of the Beyster Family Little Blue Penguins habitat Tuesday, opening summer 2022. Birch Aquarium will be the only aquarium in the Western U.S. to house these small, but mighty sea birds. Little Blue Penguins—the smallest species of penguin—are less than 12 inches...
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Birch Aquarium Remains Open Outdoors
The Birch aquarium is taking big steps to remain open as the county moves into the more restrictive Purple Tier by moving many of its popular exhibits outdoors.
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Birch Aquarium to Remain Open With Outdoor-Only Exhibits
With San Diego County now being in the most restrictive tier, Birch Aquarium will cease its indoor operations and expand outdoor services with discounted ticket prices beginning Saturday.
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San Diego Aquarium Breeds Rare Weedy Seadragon in Captivity
A Southern California aquarium has successfully bred the rare weedy sea dragon, a surreal fish that resembles seaweed
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Museums, Food, Zoo: Free Things to Do With Kids in San Diego in October 2019
There’s no better time to be a kid in San Diego than in October, barring Christmas of course. October is Kids Free month at more than 100 participating restaurants, attractions and hotels in San Diego. The means you can take the family out for a day of fun without breaking the bank.
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Check Out All These Activities Free for Kids Through October
It’s the most wonderful time of the year — for kids at least. October is Kids Free month in San Diego at more than 100 participating restaurants, attractions and hotels. That means free gifts, meals, and free admission to theme parks, museums and more.
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Sounds Like San Diego: June 20
Wednesday’s got something for everyone: Steve Poltz, Shelter, Men I Trust, Janelle Monae and more are in town.
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Birch Aquarium's Green Flash Concerts Make a Splash
Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institution of Oceanography, UC San Diego, has announced its 2018 Green Flash Summer Concert Series lineup.
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La Jolla Sea Turtle Gets World's First 3-D Printed Shell Brace
Brace yourself! A local Loggerhead sea turtle is the first to wear a 3-D printed brace on her turtle shell.
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Sounds Like San Diego: Aug. 16
We’ve hit that sweet spot of summer, and with Outside Lands having just wrapped up, bands are flocking here. Milo Greene play a Green Flash concert at Birch Aquarium on Wednesday evening.
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Green Flash Concert Series Turns the Tide
The Green Flash Concert Series brings an array of musical treats to the Tide-Pool Plaza at Scripps Birch Aquarium from May 17 to Sept. 20.