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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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Marine Mammal Monday: Whales in San Francisco Bay

Ages: 10-14 years old

  • Species conservation
  • Entanglement
  • Natural history
  • Sustainable seafood
  • Ocean trash
Virtual Program

This month we celebrate the biggest eaters: whales! During this recorded virtual program, we'll dive into feeding habits, the who's who of whales in the San Francisco Bay and more as we explore how The Marine Mammal Center works with whales. Plus, watch to learn how our work tracking whales has helped with the conservation of these species.

Then try out saving whales! Use this migration mystery activity to see if you can use data to understand how we can best help whales!

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