Rabies Cases in North County

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A dog and a skunk from North County both tested positive for the disease and county health officials are urging residents to vaccinate their domestic animals against the disease.

Free Bullets in Condor Country

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Some wildlife conservation groups give away plush toys, or canvas tote bags, or calendars. Ventana Wildlife Society is giving away free bullets.

Heartbreaking Horse Abuse in Prunedale

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The SPCA for Monterey County is offering a $1,000 reward for information leading to the apprehension of those responsible for the abandonment of a neglected horse in Prunedale.

Stanford Study Looks at Leatherbacks' 'Lost Years'

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Stanford University marine biologist George Shillinger and his colleagues at the Monterey-based Center for Ocean Solutions have found evidence indicating that ocean currents off the ...

Toola, the Aquarium's Celebrated Surrogate Mom Otter, Dies

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Today, Monterey Bay Aquarium is mourning the loss of what it's calling one of the most important animals in its 28-year history: Toola, a California sea otter.