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Avian Influenza and Our Seal Response Operations

We are pleased to report that the Center is resuming our seal response operations. To prioritize health and safety amidst avian influenza, we are taking a phased approach, initially reopening in Monterey and San Luis Obispo areas.

The Center continues to test all incoming animals for influenza and has had no cases among our patients to date.

See our latest updates about avian influenza and marine mammals, including how you can help.

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Vice News: Dead Whales Are Washing Up in Droves on California's Beaches

May 16, 2019
  • Pathology

Dead Whales Are Washing Up in Droves on California’s Beaches

Published by Vice News: May 16, 2019

Huge, decomposing whale carcasses are washing ashore throughout California’s Bay Area in unprecedented numbers.

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