The park has closed its elephant seal viewing area after a small number of seals were found sick or dead. Officials are testing for bird flu and …
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H5N1 bird flu found in California elephant seals for the first time – Los Angeles Times
Researchers at UC Davis say news they’ve dreaded since 2023 has come to pass: California’s elephant seals have been infected with H5N1 bird flu.
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First Cases of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza in Northern Elephant Seals Confirmed in California
It was transmitted within the poultry industry for several years, during which it spilled over into wild birds and humans and then spread to Europe, …
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From the VS Runway to Major Retailers and Designers: Feather Bans | PETA
Join the Flock: Brands That Have Banned Feathers · All Decorative Feathers: · Wild-Animal Feathers (including ostrich, peacock, pheasants, and other …
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Highly pathogenic avian influenza continues to spread in Pennsylvania poultry operations
Wild birds continue to play a role in maintaining and spreading avian influenza viruses. Wildlife officials in Pennsylvania say migratory activity …
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Birds are vanishing from tropical forests. Is another ‘silent spring’ coming? | Science | AAAS
“Good ear,” said Jared Wolfe, a Michigan Technological University wildlife ecologist. “This bird is in rapid decline. You don’t hear it very often.”.
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Public Input Sought on Proposed Texas Hunting Regulation Changes for 2026-27 – TPWD
AUSTIN — Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is accepting public comment until March 26 for the following proposed changes to the 2026-27 …
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Evidence of bird-like foot function in Tyrannosaurus – Royal Society Publishing
Abstract. The movement of extinct animals has been of long-standing interest, with Tyrannosaurus rex being a locus for this fascination.
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Lesser considered state birds for Florida | Column – Tampa Bay Times
Flamingos and scrub jays are one thing. But the mangrove cuckoo would like a word.
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Game Commission Monitoring Avian Influenza in Wild Birds – exploreJefferson
The Pennsylvania Game Commission is asking residents to report sick or dead wild birds as highly pathogenic avian influenza continues circulating …
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