The Farallon Islands will no longer host a year-round human presence, marking a significant shift in conservation efforts for local wildlife. This change, resulting from federal budget cuts and urgent repair needs, means biologists from Point Blue Conservation Science will work seasonally, leading to potential data loss on crucial species like elephant seals and white sharks. The reduced human presence may also allow invasive species to thrive, further endangering the delicate ecosystem. With maintenance costs significantly reduced but infrastructure still in disrepair, there is an urgent need for funding to sustain some level of year-round oversight.
Due to federal budget cuts and the need for urgent repairs, the Farallon Islands will no longer have a year-round human presence, threatening conservation efforts.
Without researchers on site, key data on elephant seals, white sharks, and whale migrations will be lost, putting species recovery at risk.
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