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fromABC7 San Francisco
3 weeks ago

Experts weigh in after girl attacked by sea lion in Monterey Co.: 'We're swimming in their backyard'

California has the highest population of sea lions in the U.S., with recent incidents highlighting the need for public awareness.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

A Year With the Seals review what to know about the elusive sea creature

There is no creature born, even among the greater apes, which more resembles a human baby in its ways and its cries than a baby grey seal.
Environment
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Sea lions are released after toxic algae bloom in California

Southern California's spring toxic algal bloom sickened 1,500 animals, leading to significant care efforts at marine rehabilitation centers.
#marine-biology
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago

Animal trauma could be linked to bad human behavior, Bay Area marine mammal experts say

"So, each year we see close to a third of the patients the Marine Mammal Center rescues suffering from some form of disturbance or harassment out on the beach."
Pets
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Marine Mammal Center logs worrisome wildlife disturbances

Human interactions are harming a significant percentage of rescued marine mammals, with many well-intentioned actions causing more harm than good.
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago

Gray whale washes up in Richmond, the 17th in the Bay Area this year

An increasing number of dead whales, including one found in Richmond, raises concerns about migratory patterns and potential ship strikes.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Video shows dolphin calf birth and first breath at Chicago zoo. Mom's friend helped

A bottlenose dolphin gave birth at Brookfield Zoo with help from a fellow dolphin, showcasing supportive maternal behavior.
#gray-whales
fromThe Local France
3 months ago

Worry for orcas in French marine park spikes after video

The orca and dolphin pools at Marineland, according to management, remain well-maintained despite concerns, with algae being a regular seasonal occurrence that poses no harm.
France news
fromABC7 Chicago
3 months ago

Baby seal stabbed on Oregon coast prompts search for suspect

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is searching for the person who stabbed a baby seal multiple times on a beach in Oregon.
Portland
Miami Marlins
fromLos Angeles Times
4 months ago

Sea lions, dolphins, now a whale: Ocean giant is latest victim of SoCal's toxic algal bloom

Dominoic acid poisoning from a toxic algal bloom led to the death of a minke whale in Long Beach Harbor.
fromThe Washington Post
4 months ago

See how rescue workers are trying to save California's poisoned sea lions

"It's really hard. It's emotionally taxing," said Dave Bader, a marine biologist at the Marine Mammal Care Center, a wildlife hospital in Los Angeles that has responded to more than 190 animals in distress between Feb. 20 and March 28.
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Brooklyn
fromBKReader
4 months ago

Admire Seals From Afar, or Pay The Price

Wildlife officials urge New Yorkers to admire seals from a distance to avoid harming them and facing fines.
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