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Whales in San Francisco Bay

Roughly 30 gray whales have been spotted in the Bay this season, many more than is typical. Sadly, there have also been at least 14 deaths this year, which is more than in all of 2024. 

We are investigating to help determine the cause of these deaths. By gaining insights into what is causing these tragedies, we can better understand how to help prevent them.

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Honolulu Star-Advertiser: Monk Seal Recovering on Big Island

February 27, 2020
  • Species conservation
  • Toxoplasmosis

Hawaiian Monk Seal Recovering From Disease on Big Island

Published by the Honolulu Star-Advertiser: February 27, 2020

Pohaku, a female Hawaiian monk seal suffering from toxoplasmosis, remains in stable, but guarded condition a week after she was moved from Oahu to Kona. 

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