Help Us Save Marine Mammals and Seabirds in Crisis
Sea lions and seabirds along the coast are suffering from domoic acid poisoning. If treated early, survival is possible. However, without timely care, domoic acid poisoning can lead to irreversible brain damage and death.
Sea Lions and Seabirds are in Crisis: Domoic Acid Poisoning
Help Us Save Marine Mammals and Seabirds in Crisis
Sea lions and seabirds along the coast are suffering from domoic acid poisoning. If treated early, survival is possible. However, without timely care, domoic acid poisoning can lead to irreversible brain damage and death.
Join the Wildlife Jewels Rescue Group Wildlife Monitoring Team to assist in locating and reporting distressed sea lions and seabirds. Sign up to be part of our efforts to protect these incredible animals and contribute to their recovery.
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If you spot a distressed sea lion, pelican, cormorant, gull, or other seabird, please call for help immediately. Your quick action can save a life!!!
📞 Marine Mammal Rescue Hotlines:
📍 San Diego County: SeaWorld Rescue: (800) 541-7325
📍 Orange County: Pacific Marine Mammal Center: (949) 494-3050
📍 Los Angeles County: California Wildlife Center: (310) 458-9453 and Marine Mammal Care Center: (800)-39-WHALE
📞 Seabird Rescue Hotlines:
📍 San Diego County: SeaWorld Rescue: (800) 541-7325 and San Diego Humane Society Project Wildlife: (619) 299-7012
📍 Orange County: Wetlands & Wildlife Care Center: (714) 374-5587
📍 Los Angeles County: California Wildlife Center: (310) 458-9453 and International Bird Rescue: (800)-39-WHALE
🆘 What is Domoic Acid Poisoning?
This toxin, produced by harmful algal blooms, affects the nervous system and can cause:
⚠️ Stargazing (abnormal upward gaze)
⚠️ Disorientation & head weaving
⚠️ Mouth foaming & lethargy
⚠️ Erratic behavior & seizures
If you see a deceased Pelican or other Wildife you can help by completing the CDFW form through the link below:
Rescue of a California Sea Lion we spotted in Solana Beach poisoned by domoic acid in June 2023
Call to Action:
In the face of this crisis, time is of the essence. Every second counts when it comes to locating and aiding a distressed wildlife and preventing further harm.
As part of our Wildlife Jewels Rescue Collective Group, we are issuing an urgent call for volunteers to join our efforts in monitoring the beaches and help us locate and report affected sea lions. We are seeking volunteers to stay near the stranded sea lions to protect them from potential disturbances until help arrives.
Your involvement could make a lifesaving difference in the recovery of these majestic sea lions.
How You Can Help:
Please join us to help save sea lions. Whether you have experience in wildlife rescue or simply a passion for protecting our natural habitats, your assistance is invaluable. You’ll simply be walking along the beach while reporting any signs of sickened sea lions.
To help us locate and report distressed sea lions, please submit the form below, and we will provide you with further information and detailed instructions.
Every single Wildlife is precious and every single Wildlife counts. Please join us in this critical mission to save our magnificent seabirds and marine life.
Join us and together let’s work to ensure safety of our precious wildlife!
Celebrating the Release of Precious California Brown Pelicans
Celebrating the release of 10 precious California Brown Pelicans who were impacted by the recent pelican starvation crisis. These Pelicans received the urgent care they needed at the Wetlands & Wildlife Care Center and were released by their dedicated team at Corona del Mar State Beach on June 10th.
A precious California Brown Pelican impacted by the Pelican Crisis; released back to his home at Corona del Mar State Beach
Celebrating the release of 10 precious California Brown Pelicans who were impacted by the recent pelican starvation crisis. These Pelicans received the urgent care they needed at the Wetlands & Wildlife Care Center and were released by their dedicated team at Corona del Mar State Beach on June 10th.
We are so happy to see the recovery and well-being of these magnificent Pelicans after their treatment!
Since the beginning of April, hundreds of starving, emaciated, and deceased California Brown Pelicans have been found along the California coast. This crisis has been truly devastating, with many of these magnificent birds found starving, emaciated, and dehydrated.
In addition to starvation, many pelicans were found severely entangled in fishing gear. Thankfully, the situation has improved significantly. If you see a stranded pelican, please monitor the pelican until a rescuer arrives.
To learn about Wetlands & Wildlife Care Center and support their life saving efforts, visit their website at: https://www.wwccoc.org/
To help us monitor and report distressed wildlife, sign up through link below.
Celebrating the release of 10 precious California Brown Pelicans who were impacted by the recent pelican starvation crisis. These Pelicans received the urgent care they needed at the Wetlands & Wildlife Care Center and were released by their dedicated team at Corona del Mar State Beach on June 10th.
Precious “Amazonite the Pelican”
Stay tuned to learn more about his story
A precious California Brown Pelican we guarded until he was safely transported to care at Corona del Mar State Beach, 3 March 2024.
The Pelican Stranding Crisis:
Since Tuesday, April 23rd, a large number of California Brown Pelicans have been found in a state of emaciation and dehydration, with multiple reports of deceased pelicans discovered along the California coast. A similar situation occurred in May 2022, lasting for months and affecting hundreds of pelicans across the California coast, including San Diego. Locating these pelicans as swiftly as possible is imperative for their survival.
Signs of distress can include falling over, seizing and losing balance. If members of the public spot a pelican in distress, call the local helplines at:
Santa Barbara (805) 681-1080 (Santa Barbara Wildlife Network)
Orange County (714) 374 - 5587 Wetlands & Wildlife Center or Orange County Animal Control 714-935-6848
Orange County Animal Control after hours (949)644-3717
Los Angeles (310) 514- 2573
San Diego (800) 541- 7325
Call to Action:
In the face of this crisis, time is of the essence. Every second counts when it comes to locating and aiding a distressed Pelican and preventing further harm.
As part of our Wildlife Jewels Rescue Collective Group, we are issuing an urgent call for volunteers to join our efforts in monitoring the beaches and help us locate and report affected Pelicans. These Pelicans are showing signs of starvation and unusual behaviors, such as appearing in unusual locations and going near beachgoers for food. We need volunteers to stay near the stranded Pelicans to protect them from potential disturbances until help arrives.
Your involvement could make a lifesaving difference in the recovery of these majestic Pelicans.
Join us and together let’s work to ensure safety of our precious wildlife!
California Brown Pelican Crisis: Help Us Find Distressed Pelicans
Since the beginning of April, hundreds of starving, emaciated, and deceased California Brown Pelicans have been found along the California coast. This is a devastating and deeply saddening crisis. These precious pelicans urgently need help as they are starving, emaciated, and dehydrated. If spotted and rescued in time, they have a great chance of survival with proper treatment.
A precious California Brown Pelican stranded on the beach with signs of starvation and dehydration. May 3, 2024 Corona del Mar State Beach
California Brown Pelican Crisis
Since the beginning of April, hundreds of starving, emaciated, and deceased California Brown Pelicans have been found along the California coast. This is a devastating and deeply saddening crisis. These precious pelicans urgently need help as they are starving, emaciated, and dehydrated. If spotted and rescued in time, they have a great chance of survival with proper treatment.
Many pelicans are also found severely entangled in fishing gear. If you see a stranded pelican, please monitor it and ensure it is not harmed until a rescuer arrives.
In the video below, filmed on May 2nd during our search for distressed Pelicans, we found at least 15 pelicans stranded on the beach, with one sadly entangled in fishing gear. We called all rescue options for help, but unfortunately, it was after hours. We returned the next morning to search for the stranded pelicans. While we couldn't find the pelican entangled in the fishing gear, we did spot another precious pelican and guarded him until he was safely transported for care.
Every single Pelican is precious and every single Pelican counts. Please join us in this critical mission to save our precious Pelicans.
How You Can Help:
We are seeking volunteers to join us and help us find distressed Pelicans. We also are seeking volunteers to monitor human activities that may harm the Pelicans. The Pelicans are starving going around fishing harbors looking for fish, they are weak and unable to defend themselves if approached. Please join us to help save Pelicans. Whether you have experience in wildlife rescue or simply a passion for protecting our natural habitats, your assistance is invaluable. You’ll simply be walking along the beach while reporting any signs of distressed Pelicans.
To help us locate and report distressed Pelicans, please submit the form below, and we will provide you with further information and detailed instructions.
Video: Stranded starving Pelicans at Corona del Mar State Beach.
A precious California Brown Pelican we guarded until he was safely transported to care at Corona del Mar State Beach, 3 March 2024.
The Pelican Stranding Crisis:
Since Tuesday, April 23rd, a large number of California Brown Pelicans have been found in a state of emaciation and dehydration, with multiple reports of deceased pelicans discovered along the California coast. A similar situation occurred in May 2022, lasting for months and affecting hundreds of pelicans across the California coast, including San Diego. Locating these pelicans as swiftly as possible is imperative for their survival.
Signs of distress can include falling over, seizing and losing balance. If members of the public spot a pelican in distress, call the local helplines at:
Santa Barbara (805) 681-1080 (Santa Barbara Wildlife Network)
Orange County (714) 374 - 5587 Wetlands & Wildlife Center or Orange County Animal Control 714-935-6848
Orange County Animal Control after hours (949)644-3717
Los Angeles (310) 514- 2573
San Diego (800) 541- 7325
Call to Action:
In the face of this crisis, time is of the essence. Every second counts when it comes to locating and aiding a distressed Pelican and preventing further harm.
As part of our Wildlife Jewels Rescue Collective Group, we are issuing an urgent call for volunteers to join our efforts in monitoring the beaches and help us locate and report affected Pelicans. These Pelicans are showing signs of starvation and unusual behaviors, such as appearing in unusual locations and going near beachgoers for food. We need volunteers to stay near the stranded Pelicans to protect them from potential disturbances until help arrives.
Your involvement could make a lifesaving difference in the recovery of these majestic Pelicans.
Join us and together let’s work to ensure safety of our precious wildlife!
California Brown Pelican Crisis: Help us save Pelicans
Over the last month, hundreds of starving, emaciated and many deceased California Brown Pelicans have been found along the California coast. This is a devastating and beyond sad crisis. These precious Pelicans are starving, emaciated and dehydrated and urgently need help. If they are spotted and rescued in time they have a great chance of survival upon treatment.
A precious California Brown Pelican stranded on the beach with signs of starvation and dehydration. May 3, 2024 Corona del Mar State Beach
California Brown Pelican Crisis
Over the last month, hundreds of starving, emaciated and many deceased California Brown Pelicans have been found along the California coast. This is a devastating and beyond sad crisis. These precious Pelicans are starving, emaciated and dehydrated and urgently need help. If they are spotted and rescued in time they have a great chance of survival upon treatment.
Every single Pelican is precious and every single Pelican counts. Please join us in this critical mission to save our precious Pelicans.
How You Can Help:
We are seeking volunteers to join us and help us find distressed Pelicans. We also are seeking volunteers to monitor human activities that may harm the Pelicans. The Pelicans are starving going around fishing harbors looking for fish, they are weak and unable to defend themselves if approached. Please join us to help save Pelicans. Whether you have experience in wildlife rescue or simply a passion for protecting our natural habitats, your assistance is invaluable. You’ll simply be walking along the beach while reporting any signs of distressed Pelicans.
To help us locate and report distressed Pelicans, please submit the form below, and we will provide you with further information and detailed instructions.
The Pelican Stranding Crisis:
Since Tuesday, April 23rd, a large number of California Brown Pelicans have been found in a state of emaciation and dehydration, with multiple reports of deceased pelicans discovered along the California coast. A similar situation occurred in May 2022, lasting for months and affecting hundreds of pelicans across the California coast, including San Diego. Locating these pelicans as swiftly as possible is imperative for their survival.
Signs of distress can include falling over, seizing and losing balance. If members of the public spot a pelican in distress, call the local helplines at:
Santa Barbara (805) 681-1080 (Santa Barbara Wildlife Network)
Orange County (714) 374 - 5587 Wetlands & Wildlife Center or Orange County Animal Control 714-935-6848
Orange County Animal Control after hours (949)644-3717
Los Angeles (310) 514- 2573
San Diego (800) 541- 7325
Pelican Crisis: Distressed Pelicans along the California Coast
Call to Action:
In the face of this crisis, time is of the essence. Every second counts when it comes to locating and aiding a distressed Pelican and preventing further harm.
As part of our Wildlife Jewels Rescue Collective Group, we are issuing an urgent call for volunteers to join our efforts in monitoring the beaches and help us locate and report affected Pelicans. These Pelicans are showing signs of starvation and unusual behaviors, such as appearing in unusual locations and going near beachgoers for food. We need volunteers to stay near the stranded Pelicans to protect them from potential disturbances until help arrives.
Your involvement could make a lifesaving difference in the recovery of these majestic Pelicans.
Join us and together let’s work to ensure safety of our precious wildlife!
The Rescue of a Stranded California Brown Pelican
Alarming number of distressed or deceased California Brown Pelicans have been reported across the California coast. The Pelicans are starving, emaciated and dehydrated and urgently need help. We are thrilled to announce the successful rescue of one of the precious Pelicans affected by this devastating crisis.
A precious California Brown Pelican stranded on the beach with signs of starvation and dehydration. May 3, 2024 Corona del Mar State Beach
In the midst of the California Brown Pelican crisis, we're thrilled to share a glimmer of hope.
Over the last two weeks, alarming number of distressed or deceased California Brown Pelicans have been reported across the California coast. This is a devastating and beyond sad crisis. These precious Pelicans are starving, emaciated and dehydrated and urgently need help. We are thrilled to announce the successful rescue of one of the precious Pelicans affected by this devastating crisis.
Yesterday, during our search in Corona del Mar State Beach for potentially distressed Pelicans, we encountered several birds in distress that had landed on the sand. From 1 to 7 PM, we remained on the beach, monitoring the distressed Pelicans. Unfortunately, despite our efforts, some of them flew to a nearby dock. However, we rescued one precious Pelican, whom we named “Amazonite the Pelican.” We first spotted Amazonite around 2 PM when he unexpectedly landed near a large crowd of over 50 people, amidst loud music and objects being thrown. Sadly he was not feeling well at all, dehydrated, starved, and very weak.
We carefully guided Amazonite away from the crowd, but she continued to relocate to different parts of the beach. At one point, he even ventured into the parking lot, putting himself at risk of being hit by a car. Throughout the day, we remained vigilant in guarding him until rescuers arrived. Finally, Amazonite was safely transported to the Wetlands and Wildlife Care Center for rehabilitation and care.
We are so happy that Amazonite was successfully rescued, as he may not have survived the night, and he could have been struck by a car. We were determined to stay by him until help arrived. We extend our thanks to everyone involved in this remarkable rescue effort and hope Amazonite the Pelican will recover quickly!
Every single Pelican is precious and every single Pelican counts. Please join us in this critical mission to save our precious Pelicans.
How You Can Help:
We are seeking volunteers to join us and help us find distressed Pelicans. We also are seeking volunteers to monitor human activities that may harm the Pelicans. The Pelicans are starving going around fishing harbors looking for fish, they are weak and unable to defend themselves if approached. Please join us to help save Pelicans. Whether you have experience in wildlife rescue or simply a passion for protecting our natural habitats, your assistance is invaluable. You’ll simply be walking along the beach while reporting any signs of distressed Pelicans.
To help us locate and report distressed Pelicans, please submit the form below, and we will provide you with further information and detailed instructions.
The Pelican Stranding Crisis:
Since Tuesday, April 23rd, a large number of California Brown Pelicans have been found in a state of emaciation and dehydration, with multiple reports of deceased pelicans discovered along the California coast. A similar situation occurred in May 2022, lasting for months and affecting hundreds of pelicans across the California coast, including San Diego. Locating these pelicans as swiftly as possible is imperative for their survival.
Signs of distress can include falling over, seizing and losing balance. If members of the public spot a pelican in distress, call the local helplines at:
Santa Barbara (805) 681-1080 (Santa Barbara Wildlife Network)
Orange County (714) 374 - 5587 Wetlands & Wildlife Center or Orange County Animal Control 714-935-6848
Orange County Animal Control after hours (949)644-3717
Los Angeles (310) 514- 2573
San Diego (800) 541- 7325
Call to Action:
In the face of this crisis, time is of the essence. Every second counts when it comes to locating and aiding a distressed Pelican and preventing further harm.
As part of our Wildlife Jewels Rescue Collective Group, we are issuing an urgent call for volunteers to join our efforts in monitoring the beaches and help us locate and report affected Pelicans. These Pelicans are showing signs of starvation and unusual behaviors, such as appearing in unusual locations and going near beachgoers for food. We need volunteers to stay near the stranded Pelicans to protect them from potential disturbances until help arrives.
Your involvement could make a lifesaving difference in the recovery of these majestic Pelicans.
Join us and together let’s work to ensure safety of our precious wildlife!
Urgent Call to Action: Help Save California Brown Pelicans!
Since Tuesday, April 23rd, a large number of California Brown Pelicans have been found in a state of emaciation and dehydration, with multiple reports of deceased pelicans discovered in Santa Barbara and Los Angeles counties.
Urgent Call to Action: Help Save California Brown Pelicans!
California Brown Pelicans Urgently Need Our Help!
The Situation:
Since Tuesday, April 23rd, a large number of California Brown Pelicans have been found in a state of emaciation and dehydration, with multiple reports of deceased pelicans discovered in Santa Barbara and Ventura counties. A similar situation occurred in May 2022, lasting for months and affecting hundreds of pelicans across the California coast, including San Diego. Locating these pelicans as swiftly as possible is imperative for their survival.
Signs of distress can include falling over, seizing and losing balance. If members of the public spot a pelican in distress, call the local helplines at:
Santa Barbara (805) 681-1080 (Santa Barbara Wildlife Network)
Orange County (714) 374 - 5587 Wetlands & Wildlife Center or Orange County Animal Control 714-935-6848 | Orange County Animal Control after 949-644-3717 after hours.
Los Angeles (310) 514- 2573
San Diego (800) 541- 7325
Call to Action:
In the face of this crisis, time is of the essence. Every second counts when it comes to locating and aiding a distressed Pelican and preventing further harm.
As part of our Wildlife Jewels Rescue Collective Group, we are issuing an urgent call for volunteers to join our efforts in monitoring the beaches and help us locate and report affected Pelicans. These Pelicans are showing signs of starvation and unusual behaviors, such as appearing in unusual locations and going near beachgoers for food. We need volunteers to stay near the stranded Pelicans to protect them from potential disturbances until help arrives.
Your involvement could make a lifesaving difference in the recovery of these majestic Pelicans.
How You Can Help:
Please join us to help save Pelicans. Whether you have experience in wildlife rescue or simply a passion for protecting our natural habitats, your assistance is invaluable. You’ll simply be walking along the beach while reporting any signs of sickened Pelicans.
To help us locate and report distressed Pelicans, please submit the form below, and we will provide you with further information and detailed instructions.
Every single Pelican is precious and every single Pelican counts. Please join us in this critical mission to save our precious Pelicans.
Join us and together let’s work to ensure safety of our precious wildlife!
Sea lions and seabirds along the coast are suffering from domoic acid poisoning. If treated early, survival is possible. However, without timely care, domoic acid poisoning can lead to irreversible brain damage and death.