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June

Scientist's ode to daughter: Naming rare catfish species 'Sofia'

The Philadelphia Inquirer

June 20, 2017

Academy Ichthyologist Mark Sabaj Perez names a new catfish species he discovered after his enterprising 8-year-old daughter.

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Carol Collier Recognized With PEC’s Winsor Award In Philadelphia

Pennsylvania Environmental Digest

June 16, 2017

Academy Senior Advisor for Watershed Management and Policy Carol Collier is honored by the Pennsylvania Environmental Council with the Winsor Award.

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Backyard Adventures

Fox 29

June 9, 2017

A brief tour of Backyard Adventures with educator Mary Bailey and visiting students.

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Backyard Adventures

CBS 3

June 7, 2017

Academy educator Karen Verderame bring live Backyard Adventures animals to the studio. 

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Quitting Paris pact is a mistake

The Philadelphia Inquirer, philly.com

June 7, 2017

A letter to the editor from Academy President George Gephart regarding the U.S. pull-out from the Paris climate accord.

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New Academy Exhibit Teaches Kids in Their Own Backyards

CBS 3 and KYW Newsradio

June 6, 2017

Coverage of the press opening for Backyard Adventures. Includes remarks by George Gephart, interviews with entomologist Isa Betancourt and Outreach Manager Mike Kaczmarczik with a hawk.

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