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    Zoos and Aquariums

    From expansive enclosures that replicate African grasslands to luminous kelp beds teeming with sea life, California’s zoos and aquariums give your family access to amazing animals.

    The Aquarium of the Pacific is SoCal's largest aquarium

    Go behind the scenes at the San Diego Zoo & Safari Park

    See the smallest penguins in the world at La Jolla's Birch Aquarium

    See more than 700 animals at Oakland Zoo

    Plan a trip to one of California's animal rescue centers

    Get closer to swirling sea life at Monterey Bay Aquarium

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    Aquarium of the Pacific

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    The 350,000 gallon Tropical Pacific Gallery is the largest exhibit at Long Beach's Aquarium of the Pacific. It holds thousands of colorful fish, coral, sea turtles, and two kinds of sharks.

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    San Diego Zoo Safari Park

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    Take a zoo tour to see reclusive forest animals, learn about elephant and rhino conservation efforts, or meet some of the youngest residents.

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    Birch Aquarium

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    “Little Blues” are the smallest penguins in the world, weighing less than three pounds. The Birch Aquarium in La Jolla is the only aquarium in the Western U.S. to house these cuties.

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    Oakland Zoo

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    Explore animal inhabitants are from far-flung places—like the African savannah or tropical rainforests—and native California wildlife, such as grizzlies, red hawks, and more.

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    Visit These Amazing California Wildlife Sanctuaries

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    Sausalito's Marine Mammal Center has taken care of 21,000 sick and injured marine mammals since 1975.

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    Guide to Monterey Bay Aquarium

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    Monterey Bay Aquarium's soaring, glass-walled tanks will make you feel as if you’re truly swimming under the sea — no wetsuits necessary.

    A Koala parent holding a baby

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    Only Australia has more koalas than the San Diego Zoo.

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