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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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Marine Mammal Monday: Super Seals

Ages: 8-11 years old

  • Behavior
  • Malnutrition
  • Species conservation
  • Climate change
  • Natural history
Virtual Program

Celebrate the International Day of the Seal by learning about the diversity of seals all over the world and what makes them so special. Watch this recorded Marine Mammal Monday event to explore the big, the small, the weird and everything in between! 

Then explore the different adaptations that make marine mammals so super with this activity best suited for ages 8 and up. You'll investigate the different things marine mammals can do or that they have on their body to help them to survive, learn how to notice those adaptations, and find out more about their limitations.

behavior
malnutrition
species conservation
climate change
natural history
Upper elementary
8 years
9 years
10 years
11 years

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