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Bear Sightings; New Giraffe; Raccoon Rescued: CA Animal Stories
Animals from across California have recently made headlines. Patch has curated some of the most adorable and interesting stories.
CALIFORNIA – Creatures, great and small, in California, we love them all. Animals from all over the Golden State have recently made headlines, and Patch has curated some of the most adorable and interesting stories.
The Oakland Zoo welcomed a new giraffe. Ducklings were saved from a freeway and storm drain. Bears were spotted in two neighborhoods. And firefighters rescued a kitten.
Some of the stories below will make you laugh, while others may make you cry. More will make you cheer.
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New Giraffe Arrives At Oakland Zoo
Giraffes in Africa over the past 15 years have faced a "silent extinction" with a 40 percent decline in their numbers.
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SEE: Tri-Valley Ducklings Rescued From Freeway
These ducklings got a police escort to Lindsay Wildlife Experience, thanks to the California Highway Patrol Dublin office.
11 Ducklings Saved From Storm Drain
The ducklings were so tiny that they slipped through a grate. An animal control officer played a mama duck recording to coax them out.
2 Dead Whales Found Under Australian Ship At Naval Base San Diego
The endangered fin whales were discovered when the HMAS Sydney berthed at the naval base.
Tips Sought: Dying Puppy Found In Dumpster In Escondido
Humane officers found a white Chihuahua puppy wrapped in a towel in a dumpster at an apartment complex.
A severely emaciated puppy was found dead in a locked crate on a sidewalk in San Diego's Encanto neighborhood.
San Diego Humane Society Investigating Cox's Use Of Bear On Campaign Trail
The San Diego Humane Society is investigating the use of a bear during gubernatorial candidate John Cox's San Diego campaign appearance.
Bear Sighting Rattles San Anselmo
The bear was spotted in a tree near downtown San Anselmo in the 100 block of Tamalpais Avenue, police said.
Young Black Bear Stirs Up Banning Neighborhood
A CDFW official shares his experience with a young black bear in Banning.
John Cox Stumping In Palm Desert, Minus Bear
John Cox wants to unseat Gov. Gavin Newsom. The GOP candidate took heat for renting a 9-year-old Kodiak bear to stump with him.
No Kitten Around! OC Firefighters Called In Rescue Family Pet
Some Orange County kids called for the help of OCFA firefighters when their kitten got stuck in a tight spot.
Rare Deep Sea Angler Fish Found On Shores Of Crystal Cove
A jagged-toothed angler fish, more commonly seen swimming at 3,000 feet below, washed up onshore Crystal Cove State Beach.
Watch 3 'Teenage' Hawks Learn To Fly In South Orange County
A local naturalist and photographer shared this hilarious video of a nest of Red Tail Hawk fledglings trying out their flapping skills.
Sopping Wet, A Bit Cranky': Raccoon Rescued In Peninsula Waters
The baby raccoon was likely crossing a bridge with her family when she fell into a Foster City lagoon. See pictures of the rescue.
Gray Whale Dies At Dockweiler Beach (Photos)
A gray whale died on the shore at Dockweiler Beach.
Frenchie Melo went missing seven months ago in Santa Monica. His owner, who is pregnant and expecting a baby, wants him home.
French Bulldog Puppy Robbery Suspects Arrested, Police Say
Police are sharing information about how a puppy named Cash was stolen from its owner, who was injured during the robbery.
French Bulldog Puppy Stolen At Gunpoint, Police Say
A French Bulldog puppy was stolen at gunpoint Wednesday, police said. Authorities are asking the public's help to find it.
Dog Thrown From Moving Car Ready For Adoption In Sherman Oaks
Nino was thrown out of a moving car in Sherman Oaks a few weeks ago. Now, he's looking for a new leash on life.
Stolen Car With Puppy Inside Returned To Peninsula Owner: Police
The victim’s puppy, a 2-month-old mini-Australian Shepherd, was still inside when the vehicle was stolen.
The man tried to move the snake from his property using barbecue tongs.
Dog Dies After Swimming In Salton Sea, Toxic Algae Warning Issued
Officials said that patches of toxic cyanobacteria have been discovered at numerous sites in the sea.
Woman Killed Trying To Save Dog In Riverside, Suspect Charged
Mason Rodney Howard, 22, of Laguna Niguel has been charged after allegedly running over Kimberly Bennett, 33, of San Bernardino.
Dog's Stabbing Death In Thousand Palms Leads To Arrest
" ... to cause such terrible harm to a small, defenseless pet, to just snap — we all know this is not normal behavior."
Dog Rescued From Tight Space Between San Francisco Buildings
The 12-year-old dog was first spotted by Animal Control off the 101.
A new habitat for bald eagle Atsa will be unveiled next week.
Lifeguards Try To Save Beached Dolphin
Lifeguards responded to a beached dolphin this week in SoCal.
Peregrine Falcon Eggs Hatch In San Francisco
A live webcam is capturing a nest sitting atop PG&E headquarters in downtown San Francisco.
Scientists Report Decline In Giant Sea Turtles Sightings Off West Coast
The number of western Pacific leatherbacks in the foraging population off of California has plummeted 80 percent in the past 30 years.
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