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Pacific Currents | Winter 2020 Letter from the CEO Dear Members, 6 27 WINTER 2020 HELPING LOCAL Sea Turtles Focus on Sustainability Know Your Food Can we make food choices that will reduce our environmental impact? ANDREW REITSMA ANDREW ONE OF THE WAYS WE CAN WORK to beans, per gram of protein, and requires create a better planet here on Earth over ten times more resources than pro- is examining the methods we use to ducing chicken. Pork requires two-thirds produce and distribute our food. From the the amount of water compared to beef. amount of land and water needed to pro- By choosing different proteins for some duce crops and livestock to the carbon meals, we can reduce the environmental emissions produced in transporting these impact of our food. products to markets, our food systems have a significant impact. In fact, agri- SELECTING SEAFOOD What do you know about culture uses 70 percent of all fresh water and half of Earth’s ice-free land. Replacing beef with responsibly the foods you eat, where The United Nations estimates that produced seafood can make a healthy the growing human population will and environmentally friendly alterna- they come from, and how require up to 70 percent more food tive. Seafood requires very little fresh by 2050. Furthermore, to ensure a water and minimal land to produce, much resources are used healthy planet, we will need to reach especially when compared to raising this goal while decreasing environmen- livestock. Farming fish at sea can have a in their production? tal impact, all under the pressure of a low carbon footprint. Plus, seafood is an changing climate. important source of nutrients, including While it can be difficult to deter- omega-3 fatty acids. In Pacific Visions, the Know Your mine the precise environmental impact Shrimp, tuna, and salmon are the Food exhibit displays rotating seafood items we eat most in the United of various food items, there are two belts featuring dozens of practices that experts say can make States. While there are responsible a difference: Eat less beef and choose sources for all of these, diversifying our informational signs that cover sustainable seafood. seafood consumption to include more lo- cal species, such as California yellowtail, the environmental, economic, and mussels, and rockfish, could help reduce health impacts of various foods. CUTTING BACK ON BEEF pressure on those top three and reduce The United States is home to close to 95 greenhouse gas emissions associated million cattle as of 2019. Raising cattle with transporting the seafood to market. requires a lot of open land and high Seafood from California and the rest volumes of feed and has a high environ- of the United States is well managed mental impact. and supports healthy ocean ecosystems Test out your Producing one pound of beef requires and communities. Check the label for the knowledge in 1,800 gallons of water. This includes country of origin, or go to a local seafood water for the cows to drink and to grow market to buy directly from the fishers. the Pacific the food they eat. Also, cattle are a major You can find a list of fish markets at Visions source of methane, a potent heat-trap- aquariumofpacific.org/seafoodfuture/ EcoAlliance ping gas contributing to climate change. recommendations. You can also look for These and other factors make beef and seafood products labeled with certifica- app now milk products the highest carbon foot- tions, such as Best Aquaculture Practices available for print foods in the United States. or Aquaculture Stewardship Council. While some people might opt to download in the eliminate beef from their diets, even VISIT Apple App Store those who cut back just a little bit can help make a difference. Producing beef To learn more about these topics, visit and Google uses twenty times the land and emits the Aquarium’s new Pacific Visions wing. Play Store. twenty times the emissions as growing To learn more about the Aquarium’s sustainability efforts, visit aquariumofpacific.org/conservation. 2 | Pacific Currents | Winter 2020 Letter from the CEO Dear Members, 6 27 AS WE ENTER 2020, there are several events you should not miss at the Aquarium. In This Issue The Festival of Human Abilities on January 25 and 26 showcases the abilities and tal- 2 Focus on Sustainability ents of people with disabilities. We are so What do you know about the foods you eat, where they proud that one of our longtime performers come from, and how much resources are used in their at this festival, Kodi Lee, was the winner of production? Test your knowledge and think about how America’s Got Talent Season 14 last year. The we can change our food systems to be able to feed more African-American Festival on February 22 people while decreasing the environmental impact. and 23 features live music and dance, storytelling, and an interac- tive drum circle. Members with young children won’t want to miss 4 Animal Updates New animals on exhibit at the Aquarium include a horned International Children’s Festival on March 28 and 29. puffin chick and a five-year-old lorikeet named Kyrie We will also host a variety of lectures, courses, and other impor- known for her ability to help raise other lorikeet chicks. Also, tant events in the coming months. These events are great opportuni- read about special medical treatment senior harbor seal ties for members to enhance their Aquarium experience, participate Shelby received for a cataract in her right eye. in cultural celebrations, learn something new, and share in the di- versity and vibrancy of our community. And we hope you use these 6 Giving a Helping Hand to Local Sea opportunities to also visit Pacific Visions to learn how together we Turtles can create a sustainable future Since 2000 the Aquarium has rehabilitated and released As you may know, in September last year I announced my inten- fifteen sea turtles that were found stranded or injured tion to retire after seventeen years as the Aquarium’s president and along our coast. Learn how the veterinary team cares for CEO. I will remain in my current role while the Aquarium’s Board of these animals and what you can do to help sea turtles. Directors conducts a search for my replacement. The Board expects to have selected a new CEO by this coming summer. 27 Conservation Corner Aquarium staff members are being trained to help wildlife In my time at the Aquarium, I have been proud to work with a after an oil spill through California’s Oiled Wildlife Care group of the most dedicated, passionate people I have ever encoun- Network. Trained volunteers collect oiled wildlife, then pro- tered. The Aquarium’s staff is talented, resourceful, and driven to vide medical care and clean and help the animals recover create an institution that provides state-of-the-art care to its ani- before their release back into the wild. mals, educates visitors of all ages through innovative programs and exhibits, and participates in local, national, and international con- 3 Letter from the CEO 21 Aquarium News servation efforts. Together we have created one of the most distinc- tive aquariums in the world that not only engages people on ocean 10 Programs & Events 24 Fundraising issues, but also boldly tackles the challenges we face as a planet. 16 Education Programs 26 Accolades The staff’s dedication and passion for ocean conservation is 18 Kids Corner matched by that of Aquarium members, and I have been delighted to have met many of you during my tenure. The Aquarium is fortu- nate to have the support of its members, many of whom have been Pacific Currents is published for members of the Aquarium of the Pacific. Please send your comments to our editorial staff at [email protected]. on board with us since the beginning. Your support as members and participation in Aquarium programs is an important part of what Our Mission: To instill a sense of wonder, Our Vision: To create an aquarium dedi- respect, and stewardship for the Pacific cated to conserving and building natural makes this place special. Ocean, its inhabitants, and ecosystems. capital (nature and nature's services) by As I conclude my journey with the Aquarium of the Pacific in the building social capital (the interactions coming months, I hope to see you at one of our many engaging pro- between and among peoples). grams and events this winter and spring. Pacific Currents Staff: Editor/Writer: Claire Atkinson | Copy editor: Cecile Fisher | Designer: Andrew Reitsma | Contributing photographer: Robin Riggs | Proofreaders: Alyssa Pacaut and Francisco Rocha. Thank you for your ongoing support. Aquarium Hours: Open daily from 9:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. except December 25. Sincerely, Membership Office Hours: 8:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m. daily Phone Numbers (562 area code): General Information .................... 590-3100 Lost & Found ......................................951-1733 Membership .....................................437-3474 Private Event Info ...........................951-1663 Development ....................................951-1605 Gift Store ............................... 951-1SEA (1732) Jerry R. Schubel The Aquarium of the Pacific is a non- profit 501(c)3 institution. To provide exciting and innovative exhibits and educational programs, we rely heavily on the generous donations of individu- COVER: MADELINE WALDEN als, foundations, and corporations. Winter 2020 | Pacific Currents | 3 Animal Updates Shelby the Harbor Seal Scheduled for Cataract Surgery Caring for senior animals at the Aquarium often requires special attention. RECENTLY the Aquarium’s mammalogists noticed that Shelby, a 23-year-old harbor seal, was experiencing some inflamma- tion and discomfort in her right eye. Mammalogists treated the inflammation with medication, but determined that fur- KENNEY BRANDI ther treatment was necessary.
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