Houses over 640,000 specimens of amphibians, reptiles, birds, bird eggs or nests, and mammals, as well as over 50,000 tissue samples from these vertebrate groups. Access is granted to research scientists, graduate students, and other visitors with a scientific interest by appointment only.

Features displays of birds and animals from woodlands, the Pacific flyway, coastal sea life, a bat barn and fossils. Includes membership details, events, photos, a newsletter, a teachers' corner, volunteer information, and hours. Located in Santa Maria, California.

Third largest natural science & cultural history museum in the US, with more than 35 million artifacts and specimens. Animal dioramas, dinosaur and fossil halls, gem and mineral displays, a hands-on Discovery Center and an Insect Zoo.

Specializes in the natural science, history and art of the Golden State. Describes current exhibitions, permanent galleries and projects, a history of the museum, events, membership details, hours, and directions.

Exhibits extinct Ice Age plants and animals. Includes hours and admission rates, FAQs, and directions to the location in Los Angeles.

Focuses on southern California and Baja California. Events calendar, research, education, exhibits, field guide, kids' area, and general information.

Exhibits feature native animals, geology, dinosaurs, birds, insects, and other natural science topics in three nature centers in Santa Clara County. Includes details of events, programs, a newsletter, employment opportunities, and volunteerism.