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Bald eagle mom feeds baby for first time in California nest. See the 'precious moment'

Bald eagles Liberty and Guardian have been tending to their eggs in Redding, California, with the first eaglet hatching on March 26.

The eaglets are being fed by Liberty, showcasing a heartwarming moment captured on video. [ more ]

Sacramento Bee

It's rattlesnake season in Central California. Here's where you're likely to see one

Rattlesnake bites increase during mating season in California.

Rattlesnakes are more active in the evenings and at night as temperatures rise. [ more ]

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www.scientificamerican.com

2 weeks ago

Wild Orangutan Uses Herbal Medicine to Treat His Wound

Wild orangutans have been observed self-medicating with plants, showing intentional wound treatment behavior. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

2 weeks ago

Orangutan, Heal Thyself

Wild orangutan observed using plant for wound care, showcasing non-human medicinal plant usage. [ more ]

Mail Online

How the mutant animals of Chernobyl have changed

Wildlife in Chernobyl's exclusion zone displays 'superpowers'

Animals near Chernobyl exhibit rapid evolution due to radiation [ more ]

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sfist.com

3 weeks ago

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After Last Summer's Santa Cruz Otter Sensation, SFFILM Festival Brings a Glorious Otter Documentary

Otter documentaries are captivating and offer insights into otter behavior and conservation. [ more ]

Funcheap

3 weeks ago

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WildCare's Family Nature Day (Tiburon)

Explore local wildlife 'Mrs. T-style' at a free family event on April 27, 2024, featuring activities like hikes, crafts, bird watching, and more. [ more ]

Mail Online

Coronavirus

...meanwhile New Yorkers are urged to keep distance from wildlife

Residents urged to keep distance from wildlife in NYC due to bird flu discovery.

Experts warn of potential virus mutations allowing human transmission. [ more ]

Sacramento Bee

Hordes of pelicans take over a California beach. 'You couldn't even see the sand'

Thousands of pelicans have taken over La Jolla's Children's Pool due to the abundance of fish and the protected marine environment.

The pelicans are likely attracted to La Jolla for food, and their presence is a sign of a successful conservation effort. [ more ]

Sacramento Bee

Bald eagle dad sees egg for the first time in California nest. 'Absolutely precious'

Bald eagle dad's first encounter with the egg was captured on camera in Northern California.

The eagle parents are taking turns incubating the eggs through cold weather, showing remarkable care. [ more ]

The Sacramento Bee

5 months ago

Elusive predator with eye-catching coat spotted near California coast, photo shows

An elusive badger with a rare white-and-blond fur coloration was spotted at Point Reyes National Seashore in California.

The badger has leucism, a genetic mutation that causes partial loss of pigment and lighter coloration. [ more ]

The Sacramento Bee

5 months ago

Curious sea creature follows diver in kelp forest - and snacks on wetsuit. See photos

A group of divers were stalked by a curious harbor seal in the kelp forests off Channel Islands National Park in California.

Each harbor seal has its own personality, with some being curious and others being uninterested in human interaction. [ more ]

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East Bay (California)

Hanging out with the fantastic golf-course foxes of San Jose

The Los Lagos Golf Course in San Jose is home to red foxes that are notorious for stealing items from golfers, including phones and wallets.

The red foxes at Los Lagos Golf Course have a historical presence in California dating back to the 1800s when they were brought for fur farming and hunting purposes. [ more ]

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