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Extreme Deep: Mission to the Abyss

Academy of Natural Sciences

Come Explore the Mysteries of the Ocean’s Vast Depths at the Academy of Natural Sciences, Philadelphia now through July 24th. . And that’s what the Academy of Natural Sciences is for, to get kids excited for the fun ahead. . Another thing I found really cool was that there were so many animals and luminescence.

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Get Involved with iNaturalist!

Academy of Natural Sciences

As we prepare for another exciting City Nature Challenge this year, the Academy reached out to Etienne Falquet, a Biodiversity, Earth and Environmental Science student co-op who is very active on iNaturalist , to learn more about this digital network of nature lovers and why we should get involved!

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Preparing for a Warmer Wetter Philadelphia

Academy of Natural Sciences

While we are still measuring the full cooling effect the planters have on the block level, the project has expanded, and 100 residents received planters throughout five blocks in the Hunting Park neighborhood.

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Reduce Energy Use At Home

Academy of Natural Sciences

Whether we’re turning down the AC to cool off, or turning up the heat to get cozy, we use a lot of energy. Households can save as much as 15% a year on heating and cooling bills by simply turning the thermostat back. Set your ceiling fan to rotate counterclockwise and use it to circulate cool air. According to the U.S.

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Brood X Cicadas, Pt 1

Academy of Natural Sciences

And their appearance — red eyes and orange and black bodies – are so cool, and make some of us think about another season — Halloween! Text, images and video by Jon Gelhaus, PhD, Curator of Entomology at the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University and professor, Biodiversity, Earth and Environmental Sciences.

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Academy Guide to Local Bird-watching Spots

Academy of Natural Sciences

Bluebirds and finches can be found at Valley Creek and Cool Valley Preserves, both in Chester County. New Jersey Across the bridge, New Jersey features plenty of outdoor parks to explore and find some cool birds. Discover other Pennsylvania state parks near you.

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Climate Change and Me

Academy of Natural Sciences

With the Philadelphia area trending towards warmer average temperatures as a result of climate change, it will be important to have ample opportunities for people to stay cool and recreate safely. Kayakers journey down the Cooper River at Cooper River Park near Collingswood, N.J. The ’80s took the subject of global warming to the next level.