California brown pelicans are turning up on shore with signs of malnutrition, prompting a California Department of Fish and Wildlife investigation.
Pelicans exhibit characteristics of emaciation and some have secondary injuries, showing signs of starvation-related problems.
Similar events have occurred in the past, affecting various seabird species, with specific protocols advised by the CDFW for public interaction with stranded pelicans.
Officials urge the public not to touch, harass, feed, or take photos with pelicans, emphasizing reporting injured or dead pelicans instead.
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