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wildlife-and-environment12 hours ago•5 min saved

Rescued Big Bear bald eagle, likely Jackie, begins rehab in Ojai

A bald eagle believed to be Jackie from the Big Bear nest cam was found weak along Big Bear Lake and is in stable condition at the Ojai Raptor Center after transfer from the San Dimas rescue; initial checks showed the bird was underweight, muddy-footed, and with disheveled feathers but no obvious wounds, and veterinarians are conducting a full assessment while theories about her decline include lead poisoning or stress from recent aerial encounters.

via Los Angeles Times|

#bald-eagle #big-bear-lake #jackie

wildlife-and-environment2 years ago•2 min saved

"Rising Shark Attacks: Deadly Incidents Surge Despite Species Crisis"

Shark bites and fatalities increased globally in 2023, with Australia accounting for a disproportionate number of deaths, particularly in the Eyre Peninsula due to a rebounding seal population bringing great whites closer to surfers. Despite the uptick, shark numbers are actually declining globally, leading to increased encounters as sharks move closer to coastal waters due to overfishing. Factors such as improved water quality and increasing temperatures are also driving sharks to pursue prey in new areas. Practical advice for avoiding shark encounters varies by location, and people are advised to do local research and be cautious, such as getting out of the water if schools of bait fish are spotted.

via Barron's|

#extinction-crisis #global-shark-numbers #human-shark-interactions