More than a dozen sea lions along the Malibu coast are reported sick. What's making them ill?At least 14 sea lions are ill off Malibu due to harmful algal blooms' neurotoxin, domoic acid.
Seabirds fatten up on anchovies near Santa Cruz Wharf, harborSooty 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 knowA 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.
More than a dozen sea lions along the Malibu coast are reported sick. What's making them ill?At least 14 sea lions are ill off Malibu due to harmful algal blooms' neurotoxin, domoic acid.
Seabirds fatten up on anchovies near Santa Cruz Wharf, harborSooty 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 knowA 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.
A dozen wolves collared in California as officials seek to track the growing populationCalifornia officials collared 12 gray wolves to enhance monitoring and support for ranchers dealing with livestock predation.
Gray wolf population growing fast in California up sixfold in the past five yearsThe gray wolf's resurgence in California represents a significant ecological recovery and reflects changing perceptions about wildlife in the region.
Rare burrowing owl named as candidate for California's endangered species listWestern burrowing owls may receive endangered status to prevent extinction, prompting conservation efforts in California.
California's Monarch Butterfly Population Plummets to Second-Lowest Ever in Latest Annual CountCalifornia's monarch butterfly population has drastically declined to just over 9,000 in 2024, raising serious conservation concerns.
'Amazing': New data shows endangered Calif. animal's record-breaking comebackThe gray wolf population in California has rebounded significantly, with 30 new pups born this spring and a total of seven packs now present.
An elusive California mammal has just been photographed alive for the first timeThe Mount Lyell shrew was recently photographed for the first time, marking a significant moment for a species previously undocumented in living form.
Hummingbirds are 'on the go' in California. Here's what you'll see and how to attract themAnna'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.
Gray wolf population growing fast in California up sixfold in the past five yearsThe gray wolf's resurgence in California represents a significant ecological recovery and reflects changing perceptions about wildlife in the region.
Rare burrowing owl named as candidate for California's endangered species listWestern burrowing owls may receive endangered status to prevent extinction, prompting conservation efforts in California.
California's Monarch Butterfly Population Plummets to Second-Lowest Ever in Latest Annual CountCalifornia's monarch butterfly population has drastically declined to just over 9,000 in 2024, raising serious conservation concerns.
'Amazing': New data shows endangered Calif. animal's record-breaking comebackThe gray wolf population in California has rebounded significantly, with 30 new pups born this spring and a total of seven packs now present.
An elusive California mammal has just been photographed alive for the first timeThe Mount Lyell shrew was recently photographed for the first time, marking a significant moment for a species previously undocumented in living form.
Hummingbirds are 'on the go' in California. Here's what you'll see and how to attract themAnna'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.
Man jogs past bear cub - and angry mama bear charges him in California neighborhoodA jogger was chased by an adult bear while jogging in California, sustaining injuries before escaping by climbing onto a parked SUV.
After car kills Mountain Lion in Portola Valley, wildlife workers rescue 3 cubsThree lion cubs were rescued after their mother was killed in a car accident on Portola Valley Road.The cubs are currently recovering at the Oakland Zoo and cannot be re-released into the wild.
Man jogs past bear cub - and angry mama bear charges him in California neighborhoodA jogger was chased by an adult bear while jogging in California, sustaining injuries before escaping by climbing onto a parked SUV.
After car kills Mountain Lion in Portola Valley, wildlife workers rescue 3 cubsThree lion cubs were rescued after their mother was killed in a car accident on Portola Valley Road.The cubs are currently recovering at the Oakland Zoo and cannot be re-released into the wild.
Tarantulas are on the move in California. Here's why you might see more giant spidersTarantula 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 CaliforniaThe 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 protectionThe California Fish and Game Commission has voted to protect the burrowing owl temporarily under the state Endangered Species Act.
The beloved banana slug becomes California's official state slugThe 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. beachA sea lion found shot in Orange County has prompted a $20,000 reward for information, highlighting ongoing illegal shootings of marine mammals.
4 wolves spotted near Lake Tahoe amid uptick of reported sightings in the areaRecent wolf sightings in Hope Valley have prompted monitoring actions by California wildlife officials due to the wolves' endangered status.
'It's really sad': River dries up abruptly in Bakersfield, leaving thousands of dead fishRapid desiccation of the Kern River astonishes residents and ecologists, revealing significant ecological consequences after court ruling on upstream water management.
How do I keep rattlesnakes out of my California backyard? Stay safe with these expert tipsSnakes, 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 deerThe presence of chronic wasting disease in California deer poses a threat to the state's wildlife populations and warrants increased surveillance efforts.
You might spot a mountain lion in California, but attacks like the one that killed a man are rareMountain 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.
Mountain lion kills man, injures another in Northern CaliforniaMountain lion attack in California resulted in a fatality after 20 yearsMountain 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 anotherRare occurrence of fatal cougar attacks in California
A man who survived a California mountain lion attack that killed his brother is expected to recoverA 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 CaliforniaMountain lion attack in California resulted in a fatality after 20 yearsMountain 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 anotherRare occurrence of fatal cougar attacks in California
A man who survived a California mountain lion attack that killed his brother is expected to recoverA 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.