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'Imagine Wild' Now Open at Birch Aquarium!

9 AM, ongoing daily from March 20, 2026 until June 30, 2026.
Birch Aquarium at Scripps
Free with Admission

Birch Aquarium’s newest exhibition, "Imagine Wild: Mountain Yellow-legged Frog," is now open. This immersive installation transports guests to a fictional California mountainside to explore the forest, meadows and lake that form the Mountain Yellow-legged Frog habitat. Discover their story of resilience, uncover the threats they face and learn how science and conservation are giving them a second chance.

This exhibition features the stunning work of contemporary artist Marianne Nicolson, which addresses the impact of commercial fisheries on Indigenous communities in British Columbia.

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Birch Aquarium at Scripps
(858) 534-3474
aquariuminfo@ucsd.edu

Birch Aquarium at Scripps

2300 Expedition Way
La Jolla, California 92037
858-534-3474
aquariuminfo@ucsd.edu

Birch Aquarium is more than an aquarium — it’s the public outreach center for UC San Diego’s Scripps Institution of Oceanography, where guests are invited into the cutting edge of ocean discovery. Groundbreaking research comes to life through immersive exhibits, hands-on activities and unforgettable animal encounters, all set against sweeping views of the Pacific. Journey through Adam R. Scripps Living Seas Gallery, where the ocean’s hidden wonders are revealed — from the hidden world of a Giant Pacific Octopus to the incredible biodiversity of a coral reef. Step into Beyster Family Little Blue Penguins to meet the world’s smallest penguins, the only place on the West Coast where visitors can see them up close. Explore a dynamic museum wing where science and art intersect, showcasing the latest breakthroughs in ocean research, conservation and exploration.

Ticket prices vary by date and time with the best prices available online in advance. Annual memberships are also available. Visit aquarium.ucsd.edu for details including the Daily Schedule.

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