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. » Read More 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. » Read More Backyard Adventures Fox 29 June 9, 2017 A brief tour of Backyard Adventures with educator Mary Bailey and visiting students. » Read More Backyard Adventures CBS 3 June 7, 2017 Academy educator Karen Verderame bring live Backyard Adventures animals to the studio. » Read More 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. » Read More 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. » Read More