Announcing the Winners of Our Earth Day Beach Cleanup Photo Contest!
Announcing the Winners of Our Earth Day Beach Cleanup Photo Contest!
A big thank you to everyone who participated in our Earth Day Corona del Mar Sweep for Wildlife beach cleanup photo contest! We were amazed by the stunning submissions that highlighted the beauty of our coastal wildlife.
We're thrilled to announce that the winner of the contest is Jaqueline, who captured this stunning photo of a precious Mallard Duck! 🦆 Her photo not only beautifully captures the essence of the Mallard Duck but also serves as an important reminder of the impact of feeding ducks on the beach.
As a prize, Jaqueline will receive a stunning Wildlife Jewels Conservation Collection ceramic coaster inspired by a precious Western Gull who was rescued from fishing line entanglement.
Thank you again to everyone who participated in our beach cleanup! Stay tuned for more exciting wildlife exploration events, beach cleanups and contests coming soon.
Learn more about our Sweep for Wildlife initiative and get involved! Help us protect wildlife!
Wildlife Jewels Earth Day Sweep and Learn for Wildlife walk in Corona Del Mar! April 21st, 2024
Fishing Gear
Every day, countless seabirds, sea turtles, and marine mammals suffer injuries or lose their lives due to entanglement in fishing lines and hooks. This includes the tragic consequence of swallowing fishing hooks.
Hooks and lines caught in debris can lead to devastating entanglements for animals, causing injuries to legs, wings, and beaks of birds. A single hook caught in a beak or mouth can be devastating leading to starvation and death.
Thanks to the dedication of our participants, we were able to locate and remove fishing lines and at least one fishing hook during our clean-up in Corona Del Mar. This debris poses a significant threat to seabirds and shorebirds, especially as lines and hooks become ensnared in branches and seaweed along the shoreline— where these birds search for food.
By picking up debris, even just one fishing hook, you are making a difference saving wildlife!