For more than a month, a California homeowner lived with an unexpected and dangerous tenant — a 550-pound male black bear that had made itself at home beneath his house. The bear had wedged itself into the crawl space under Ken Johnson’s home in Altadena, repeatedly entering and exiting through a small opening since late November. Surveillance footage showed the animal … [Read more...] about 550-pound bear finally evicted from California home after bizarre strategy ends monthlong ordeal
California wildlife
Scientists make disturbing new discovery after analyzing blood of vultures: ‘The tip of the iceberg’
California's efforts to curb toxic rodent poison use have faced a disturbing setback. Despite statewide bans on second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides (SGARs), traces of these harmful substances are still being detected in non-target wildlife. A recent study published in the Journal of Raptor Research highlights how turkey vultures in Southern California continue to … [Read more...] about Scientists make disturbing new discovery after analyzing blood of vultures: ‘The tip of the iceberg’
Acorn Woodpecker: Nature’s Master Storage Expert
The Acorn Woodpecker is a remarkable bird that has mastered the art of food storage. Unlike other birds that rely on short-term foraging, the Acorn Woodpecker has developed a sophisticated system to ensure a steady supply of food throughout the winter months. By meticulously creating holes in dead trees and storing acorns within them, these birds have secured their place as one … [Read more...] about Acorn Woodpecker: Nature’s Master Storage Expert