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Happy Father’s Day from the Western Gulls! 💙

Western Gull fathers play an active role in parenting! After the eggs are laid, both mother and father take turns incubating them. Once the chicks hatch, the fathers help feed and guard their young, keeping a close watch as they grow and explore the nesting area.

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Nesting Gulls at La Jolla Need Your Help: Join Us in Protecting Them

Last week, we observed several Western gulls peacefully nesting at La Jolla Children’s Pool. Just days later, the beach reopened—and sadly, we’ve since witnessed repeated disturbances to these precious nesting gulls.

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Entangled Sea Lion “Jasper“ at La Jolla Cove Urgently Needs Help

We first saw this precious sea lion whom we’ve named Jasper, on May 1st, and again on May 9th. Her condition is worsening as the net cuts deeper into her neck. She urgently needs to be rescued. If you spot her or any other entangled marine mammals, please report the sighting immediately to your local marine mammal rescue team.

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🌟 Introducing Wildlife Jewels EYES! 🌟

We’re excited to announce the launch of Wildlife Jewels EYES! 

Starting in Newport Beach, Solana Beach, and La Jolla Cove, the Wildlife Jewels EYES™ Program is a proactive initiative that empowers the community to actively search for, spot, monitor, and report distressed coastal wildlife in need of help — while also tracking critical data to support wildlife rescue and protection efforts.

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Entangled Sea Lion at La Jolla Cove Urgently Needs Help

We spotted a precious sea lion entangled in fishing gear today just north of La Jolla Cove. If you see her, please report the sighting immediately to help ensure she receives the urgent care she needs.Every single wildlife is unique and precious, and deserves a chance to be rescued. 

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California Brown Pelicans Sickened by Domoic Acid Recovering at WWCC

Our majestic California Brown Pelicans are in urgent need of help. Sickened by toxic algae, they are being found in alarming numbers. As of today, the Wetlands and Wildlife Care Center in Orange County is caring for 75 Pelicans recovering from domoic acid poisoning. 

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Malaia the Pelican’s Rescue at La Jolla Cove and Domoic Acid Crisis

During Tuesday’s Wildlife Jewels® EYES monitoring walk mat La Jolla Cove, sadly we spotted multiple pelicans showing signs of domoic acid poisoning. One, thankfully, was in an accessible spot on the beach.

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From Domoic Acid Poisoning to Recovery: A Brown Pelican’s Story of Hope

Sharing a precious California Brown Pelican who’s fortunate to have been rescued and is now on the road to recovery after surviving the devastating effects of domoic acid poisoning. She’s a glimmer of hope amidst the tragic domoic acid crisis impacting our seabirds and sea lions along the coast.

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Pelicans in Crisis: Help Us Save Pelicans

Our majestic California Brown Pelicans are facing a devastating crisis—domoic acid poisoning. One of the earliest signs is head swaying, a symptom. This video shows just a few of the many pelicans we observed suffering at La Jolla Cove on Thursday.

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A Spark of Hope Amid the Domoic Acid Crisis: Meet Amazonite the Pelican

Sea lions and seabirds along the California coast are suffering from domoic acid poisoning—a devastating condition caused by harmful algal blooms. If treated early, survival is possible. But without timely intervention, domoic acid poisoning can lead to irreversible brain damage or even death. In May 2024, during the mass stranding of California Brown Pelicans, our team helped rescue one very special bird.

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