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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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Annabella Aguirre

Annabella Aguirre

Volunteer Recruitment Associate

Annabella’s primary role is to guide new volunteers as they move through the recruitment and onboarding processes in both our California and Hawai‘i ranges. She graduated from California State University Monterey Bay in 2022 with a degree in Marine Science and Environmental Studies. 

Before joining the Center as a staff member, Annabella developed her love for training and inspiring new volunteers as a volunteer crew supervisor with our Monterey Bay Operations. Annabella’s prior experience showcases a breadth of environmental education, working with the Teen Programs at the Monterey Bay Aquarium, providing academic advising to incoming CSUMB students, and instructing at the Catalina Island Marine Institute. 

Outside of work, Annabella enjoys ocean swims, yoga and creating art.

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