The Plight of California's Sea Lions: Sick and Washing Ashore

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The recent outbreak of red tide, a type of algae bloom, has sickened and killed an unknown number of sea lions and dolphins.

The sight of sick sea lions washing ashore in California is a cause for concern.

Marine biologists are responding to the crisis by rescuing and rehabilitating the animals.

Red tide naturally causes production of a neurotoxin called domoic acid. It can also proliferate because of human causes such as climate change and an excess of nitrates washed out to sea.

Small fish consume the toxin and pass it up the food chain. Marine biologists believe that sea lions may have consumed infected fish, causing them to fall ill.

Marine biologists are responding to the crisis by rescuing sick sea lions and dolphins and nursing them back to health.

Several California organizations, including the Marine Mammal Care Center in San Pedro and the Channel Islands Marine & Wildlife Institute, have been working to rehabilitate the animals.

Marine biologists are paying close attention to the sick sea lions because they consider them a sentinel species.

Sea lions can help identify environmental risks to humans. By monitoring the sea lions, marine biologists hope to gain a better understanding of the impact of red tide on the environment and humans.

To reduce the impact of red tide on sea lions, marine biologists are working to identify and remove infected fish from the sea.

They are also monitoring water quality and taking measures to reduce the amount of nitrates that enter the ocean.

The goal is to prevent future outbreaks of red tide and protect marine life.

Sick sea lions may sway their heads back and forth, foam at the mouth, or experience seizures. Some may just lie listlessly in the surf.

If you see a sick sea lion, it's important to report it to the appropriate authorities and not attempt to approach or touch the animal.

Marine biologists are not just rescuing sick sea lions but also their newborn pups which are seen as the future.

Recently, a sick sea lion and her newborn pup were rescued from Hermosa Beach and taken to the Marine Mammal Care Center for treatment.

The goal is to release the animals back into the wild once they have recovered.

Sick sea lions and dolphins will remain at the care center for 30 to 60 days before being released back into the wild.

The ultimate goal is to preserve California's sea lions and protect them from the effects of red tide and other environmental risks.

The recent surge of sick sea lions washing ashore in California due to red tide is a cause for concern. However, marine biologists are working hard to rescue and rehabilitate the animals.

To prevent future outbreaks of red tide and protect marine life, it requires a coordinated effort between individuals, organizations, and government agencies.

Ultimately, the goal is to preserve California's sea lions and protect them from the effects of red tide and other environmental risks.

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