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Avian Influenza Detected at Año Nuevo State Park

A small number of young northern elephant seals at Año Nuevo State Park recently tested positive for H5N1, also known as bird flu. This is the first detection of H5N1 in California’s marine mammal population.

The risk of H5N1 to the public remains very low. We’re sharing guidance on how to protect yourself, your pets and marine mammals – and how you can help.

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Northern fur seal

Finding Fish for Furnado

Climate change affects marine mammals in many ways

Ages: 8-11 years old

  • Climate change
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Students ages 10 and up can learn more about one of our former patients, northern fur seal Furnado, Download Finding Fish for Furnado to understand the role climate change plays in his environment and what you can do to help reduce the effects of climate change.

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