Birch Aquarium

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.

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.

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.

Things like ensuring full mobility can help your pet enjoy the costume as much as you.

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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The Beyster Family Little Blue Penguins exhibit will feature the fabulous and photo-ready feathered figures.

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.

A new tribe of penguins will soon call Birch Aquarium their new home — and one young bird 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.

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.

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.

A Southern California aquarium has successfully bred the rare weedy sea dragon, a surreal fish that resembles seaweed

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.

Wednesday’s got something for everyone: Steve Poltz, Shelter, Men I Trust, Janelle Monae and more are in town.

Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institution of Oceanography, UC San Diego, has announced its 2018 Green Flash Summer Concert Series lineup.

Brace yourself! A local Loggerhead sea turtle is the first to wear a 3-D printed brace on her turtle shell.

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.

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.