“This is a massive win. These bears spent their first winter hibernating naturally in the wild as opposed to staying overwinter in a facility, which can be costly and difficult to do. It means less time in rehabilitation and less opportunity...
The following is courtesy of the California Department of Fish and Wildlife: Be Part of Protecting California’s Biodiversity During Invasive Species Action Week Get involved to help prevent the harmful impacts of invasive species that threaten our state’s natural resources, ecology...
“We are grateful that the California Wildlife Conservation Board supports wildlife-friendly fencing needs that are directly tied to the long-term health of local mule deer herds,” said Randy Morrison, Director of Conservation Operations, West Coast for the Mule Deer Foundation. “Establishing...
“Commercial fishing laws exist to protect our oceans and preserve marine ecosystems,” said Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan J. Hochman. “These businesses lured the public into thinking they were caring for our precious resources, when in reality, their fish was...
On May 14, 2026, a wildlife officer responding to a tip located the suspect vehicle and conducted a traffic stop after observing a traffic violation.During the stop, the officer observed an air rifle (an often-used method of take for poachers as...
Prior to reopening the road: soil conditions under the roadway near the incident were assessed; the affected roadway and sidewalk surfaces were cleaned; and the area was confirmed safe to reopen to all traffic. Longer-term soil remediation work in the area...