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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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Hawaiian Monk seals

Mālama i nā ʻĪlioholoikauaua

Let the aloha spirit inspire you with traditional pono practices

Ages: 8-11 years old

  • Species conservation
  • Sustainable seafood
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Hawaiian monk seal patients like ‘Ākulikuli stay active during their time at Ke Kai Ola thanks to our generous and innovative partners. Let the aloha spirit inspire you with traditional pono (or virtuous) practices demonstrating centuries of sustainable living as well as new innovations from our partners in the Natural Energy Labs of Hawaiʻi Authority (NELHA) campus. 

Get inspired by solutions that are sustainable for humans and animals alike.

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