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From Domoic Acid Poisoning to Recovery: A Brown Pelican’s Story of Hope

Sharing a precious California Brown Pelican who’s fortunate to have been rescued and is now on the road to recovery after surviving the devastating effects of domoic acid poisoning. She’s a glimmer of hope amidst the tragic domoic acid crisis impacting our seabirds and sea lions along the coast.

A precious California Brown Pelican receiving care at the Wetlands & Wildlife Care Center in Huntington Beach.

From Domoic Acid Poisoning to Recovery: A Brown Pelican’s Story of Hope

Meet a precious California Brown Pelican who’s fortunate to have been rescued and is now on the road to recovery after surviving the devastating effects of domoic acid poisoning. She represents a glimmer of hope amidst the tragic crisis affecting seabirds and marine life along the California coast.

Thanks to the incredible work of the Wetlands and Wildlife Care Center, she’s receiving the vital care she needs. 💚

Visit Wetlands & Wildlife Care Center to learn more and discover how you can support their life-saving work.

Join Wildlife Jewels’ EYES Collective to help us find and report pelicans in need of rescue.

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Wildlife Jewels® is seeking volunteers and community reporters to help monitor beaches and report distressed Pelicans. Learn how you can get involved and Join the Wildlife Jewels’ EYES Collective Program!

Pelicans in Crisis: Help Us Save Pelicans


“Every single Pelican is precious and every single Pelican counts. Please join us in this critical mission to save our precious Pelicans. ”
— Azi Sharif, Founder & Executive Director of Wildlife Jewels
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From Domoic Acid Poisoning to Recovery: A Brown Pelican’s Story of Hope
Wildlife Jewels Rescue, Wildlife Crisis, Pelican Crisis, Domoic Acid, Wildlife Jewels EYES, Wetlands & Wildlife Care Center, Conservation Collaborators
From Domoic Acid Poisoning to Recovery: A Brown Pelican’s Story of Hope
Wildlife Jewels Rescue, Wildlife Crisis, Pelican Crisis, Domoic Acid, Wildlife Jewels EYES, Wetlands & Wildlife Care Center, Conservation Collaborators

Sharing a precious California Brown Pelican who’s fortunate to have been rescued and is now on the road to recovery after surviving the devastating effects of domoic acid poisoning. She’s a glimmer of hope amidst the tragic domoic acid crisis impacting our seabirds and sea lions along the coast.

Wildlife Jewels Rescue, Wildlife Crisis, Pelican Crisis, Domoic Acid, Wildlife Jewels EYES, Wetlands & Wildlife Care Center, Conservation Collaborators
Pelicans in Crisis: Help Us Save Pelicans
Wildlife Jewels Rescue, Wildlife Crisis, Pelican Crisis, Domoic Acid, Wildlife Jewels EYES
Pelicans in Crisis: Help Us Save Pelicans
Wildlife Jewels Rescue, Wildlife Crisis, Pelican Crisis, Domoic Acid, Wildlife Jewels EYES

Our majestic California Brown Pelicans are facing a devastating crisis—domoic acid poisoning. One of the earliest signs is head swaying, a symptom. This video shows just a few of the many pelicans we observed suffering at La Jolla Cove on Thursday.

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A Spark of Hope Amid the Domoic Acid Crisis: Meet Amazonite the Pelican</span>
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A Spark of Hope Amid the Domoic Acid Crisis: Meet Amazonite the Pelican
Wildlife Jewels Rescue, Wildlife Crisis, Pelican Crisis, Domoic Acid

Sea lions and seabirds along the California coast are suffering from domoic acid poisoning—a devastating condition caused by harmful algal blooms. If treated early, survival is possible. But without timely intervention, domoic acid poisoning can lead to irreversible brain damage or even death. In May 2024, during the mass stranding of California Brown Pelicans, our team helped rescue one very special bird.

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Join us and together let’s work to ensure safety of our precious wildlife!

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