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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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Stewardship Saturday: Explore Otters for World Rivers Day

Ages: 13-18 years old

  • Behavior
  • Species conservation
  • Natural history
Virtual Program

Have you ever wondered what the differences are between river otters and sea otters? Celebrate World Rivers Day with The Marine Mammal Center and The River Otter Ecology Project to find out! This holiday highlights the importance of keeping our world's rivers healthy. Join us as we honor the day during our Stewardship Saturday virtual program by diving into the ways that people can protect the habitats river otters call home.



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