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Tarantulas are on the move in California. Here's why you might see more giant spiders

Tarantula mating season in California is from September to mid-November, increasing sightings of these large spiders on trails.

A deadly fungus that has killed millions of bats may have arrived in Southern California

The spread of a cold-loving fungus in California poses a serious threat to bat populations across the state.

Rare Bay Area owls earn temporary legal protection

The California Fish and Game Commission has voted to protect the burrowing owl temporarily under the state Endangered Species Act.
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Rare burrowing owl named as candidate for California's endangered species list

Western burrowing owls may receive endangered status to prevent extinction, prompting conservation efforts in California.

'Amazing': New data shows endangered Calif. animal's record-breaking comeback

The gray wolf population in California has rebounded significantly, with 30 new pups born this spring and a total of seven packs now present.

4 wolves spotted near Lake Tahoe amid uptick of reported sightings in the area

Recent wolf sightings in Hope Valley have prompted monitoring actions by California wildlife officials due to the wolves' endangered status.

Rare burrowing owl named as candidate for California's endangered species list

Western burrowing owls may receive endangered status to prevent extinction, prompting conservation efforts in California.

'Amazing': New data shows endangered Calif. animal's record-breaking comeback

The gray wolf population in California has rebounded significantly, with 30 new pups born this spring and a total of seven packs now present.

4 wolves spotted near Lake Tahoe amid uptick of reported sightings in the area

Recent wolf sightings in Hope Valley have prompted monitoring actions by California wildlife officials due to the wolves' endangered status.
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The beloved banana slug becomes California's official state slug

The banana slug is now California's state slug, highlighting its ecological and cultural importance.

Officials seek information about sea lion shot dead on scenic Calif. beach

A sea lion found shot in Orange County has prompted a $20,000 reward for information, highlighting ongoing illegal shootings of marine mammals.
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Gray wolf population growing fast in California up sixfold in the past five years

The gray wolf's resurgence in California represents a significant ecological recovery and reflects changing perceptions about wildlife in the region.

'It's really sad': River dries up abruptly in Bakersfield, leaving thousands of dead fish

Rapid desiccation of the Kern River astonishes residents and ecologists, revealing significant ecological consequences after court ruling on upstream water management.

Gray wolf population growing fast in California up sixfold in the past five years

The gray wolf's resurgence in California represents a significant ecological recovery and reflects changing perceptions about wildlife in the region.

'It's really sad': River dries up abruptly in Bakersfield, leaving thousands of dead fish

Rapid desiccation of the Kern River astonishes residents and ecologists, revealing significant ecological consequences after court ruling on upstream water management.
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Seabirds fatten up on anchovies near Santa Cruz Wharf, harbor

Sooty shearwaters congregate off the Santa Cruz coast each summer, relying on anchovies for sustenance during their migration.

13,000-pound sea creature washes up on California beach, photos show. What to know

A dead 13,000-pound gray whale washed ashore at Little Dume Beach in Malibu, California.
No obvious signs of cause of death were found on the whale.

Seabirds fatten up on anchovies near Santa Cruz Wharf, harbor

Sooty shearwaters congregate off the Santa Cruz coast each summer, relying on anchovies for sustenance during their migration.

13,000-pound sea creature washes up on California beach, photos show. What to know

A dead 13,000-pound gray whale washed ashore at Little Dume Beach in Malibu, California.
No obvious signs of cause of death were found on the whale.
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Man jogs past bear cub - and angry mama bear charges him in California neighborhood

A jogger was chased by an adult bear while jogging in California, sustaining injuries before escaping by climbing onto a parked SUV.

How do I keep rattlesnakes out of my California backyard? Stay safe with these expert tips

Snakes, particularly rattlesnakes, thrive in California during spring and summer. Understanding their behavior and eliminating water sources can help keep them out of your backyard.

Deadly brain disease found in two California deer

The presence of chronic wasting disease in California deer poses a threat to the state's wildlife populations and warrants increased surveillance efforts.

Hummingbirds are 'on the go' in California. Here's what you'll see and how to attract them

Anna's hummingbird is the most common species in California, known for its adaptability to backyard habitats.
Male Anna's hummingbirds are easily identifiable by their iridescent emerald feathers and their unique courtship displays.

You might spot a mountain lion in California, but attacks like the one that killed a man are rare

Mountain lions in California live in diverse habitats and occasionally encounter humans.
Attacks on humans by mountain lions are rare in California, with fewer than 50 confirmed attacks since 1890.
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Mountain lion kills man, injures another in Northern California

Mountain lion attack in California resulted in a fatality after 20 years
Mountain lion attacks are extremely rare, with only four deaths since 1986

California had its first fatal mountain lion attack in 20 years. Where did it happen?

Mountain lion attack in El Dorado County killed one and injured another
Rare occurrence of fatal cougar attacks in California

A man who survived a California mountain lion attack that killed his brother is expected to recover

A mountain lion attack in Northern California left one person dead and another injured. The survivor is expected to recover. The incident marks the first fatal encounter with a cougar in the state in two decades.

Mountain lion kills man, injures another in Northern California

Mountain lion attack in California resulted in a fatality after 20 years
Mountain lion attacks are extremely rare, with only four deaths since 1986

California had its first fatal mountain lion attack in 20 years. Where did it happen?

Mountain lion attack in El Dorado County killed one and injured another
Rare occurrence of fatal cougar attacks in California

A man who survived a California mountain lion attack that killed his brother is expected to recover

A mountain lion attack in Northern California left one person dead and another injured. The survivor is expected to recover. The incident marks the first fatal encounter with a cougar in the state in two decades.
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