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Reintroduced Condor Update

04/30/2025

An update on the endangered condors released in California three years ago.

Algae Bloom Killing Animals in California Waters

04/24/2025

A huge algae bloom is responsible for the deaths of sea lions, pelicans and whales off the California coast.

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What to Do When You Find Young Wildlife

Lea este artículo en español aquí.Editors note: This article was orginally published on April 22, 2022 as "Earth Day: What to do when you find young wildlife"Spring is here, which means so are wildlife youngsters. Many of us come across …

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San Benito County Warns of Rabies Detected in Dead Skunk

San Benito County authorities warned that a dead skunk found recently in Aromas was infected with the rabies virus and anyone who thinks they have been in contact with a rabid animal should take precautions.

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Peregrine Falcon Numbers See Recent Decline

Lea este artículo en español aquí.The peregrine falcon is the fastest bird in the world, reaching speeds up to 186 mph during a dive. Following near distinction from DDT in the 1970s, the peregrine population has resurged—but in recent years, …

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Pet Friends Holds Wags & Whiskers Night Benefit

Lea este artículo en español aquí.The Pet Friends’ Cowboy Fur Ball Westen Wags & Whiskers Night for Rescues was held on March 29 at the Ridgemark Golf Club & Resort. “We are so grateful for Pet Friends and Rescue's generous …

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Central Coast Condor Population Continues to Grow

Lea este artículo en español aquí.In December 2024, the Pinnacles National Park Condor Reestablishment Program released its 2023 annual report outlining the status of the Central California flock, which the park manages in partnership with the Ventana Wildlife Society (VWS).Alacia …

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Paicines Ranch Deemed Bird Paradise by Audubon Bird-Friendly Land Certification

Information provided by National Audubon Society. Lea este artículo en español aquí.The National Audubon Society proudly announces that Paicines Ranch in California's San Benito County has earned the bird-friendly land certification through Audubon's Conservation Ranching program. This certification recognizes Paicines …

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Pet Friends & Rescue Announces Reopening

Lea este artículo en español aquí.Pet Friends & Rescue—a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, no-kill-shelter—is excited to announce its reopening after a 4-year closure. As San Benito County’s only low-cost spay and neuter clinic, it has completed over 10,000 surgeries which has helped …

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Blazing ‘Cowboy Corridors’ in Paicines

Lea este artículo en español aquí.On a quiet afternoon in January, Jeff Mundell’s voice calls out a simple melody in the countryside. A herd of calves follows his familiar call as they make their way across new and unknown territory. …

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County Installs Solar Panel Array at San Martin Animal Center

The goats at the Santa Clara County Animal Services Center in San Martin have a new source of shade: an array of solar panels that generate power for the 37,000-square-foot shelter.

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The Art of Falconry Is a Regular Part of Life at Paicines Ranch

Lea este artículo en español aquí.The art of falconry was on full display at Paicines Ranch on Jan. 25, when members of the California Hawking Club discussed the sport's history and their experiences as falconers with around 60 guests who …

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