Bobcat by Cleve Nash

Snowy Egrets by Alan Schmierer

A Bird's Eye View by Mike Stiles -April is the month when many of our local birds start proclaiming territories, choosing mates, and building nests. Avian battles for territory are raging, and the weapon of choice is song. While researching an upcoming field trip dedicated to this topic, I came upon some interesting tidbits for some of our more common nesting birds I would like to pass on.  Read More

Elfin Forest by Jean Wheeler - Sticky monkey-flower plants are leafing out, so hopefully the rain came in time to support their orange flowers. Other spring plants that should respond to the late rain with a light to moderate show of blossoms include coastal dudleya and suffrutescent wallflowers (both yellow), California hedge nettle and cobwebby thistle (both pink) and the tall blue flower spikes of silver bush lupine.  Read More

Marine Sanctuaries by Carol Georgi & Karl Kempton - The expansion of the Gulf of the Farallones and the Cordell Bank National Marine Sanctuaries was announced by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) in an April 14, 2014 press release.  NOAA is accepting public comments through June 30, 2014.. Read More

Pacific Wildlife Care - They are probably not most peoples’ choice for a favorite bird. As a wildlife rehabilitator, I have been hissed and growled at, thrown up on, (a reaction to the stress of being handled), bitten and clawed by these animals, but like many of my fellow rehabbers, I have developed a fondness and admiration for these large, intelligent, curious and dignified birds. I’m referring to Turkey Vultures. Read More

Whale Watch Adventures - Sub Sea Tours and Kayaks offers the whole family an opportunity to observe the unmatched beauty of Morro Bay in a unique new way…under water!  The 21-passenger Coast Guard approved  (semi-submersible vessel) SSV SEAVIEW boasts a viewing room located beneath the surface of the water, with windows located on both sides of the boat and a roomy bench perfect for relaxed viewing.  With Sub Sea Tours even young children can scope out marine life like schools of fish, jellyfish and kelp, from inside the boat! You also get a chance to see our local sea otter, harbor seal and sea lion populations.  With the calm conditions of Morro Bay, the Morro Bay Sub Sea Tour provides adults and children alike with an educational and fun experience that can't be beat! Read More

 

Female Elephant Seals in
Dispute Over Space by Kevin Cole

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