Sick and starving pelicans are being found in coastal California communities, with many dying. Wildlife experts are working to save the birds by providing care and releasing them back into the wild.
Key Points
Sick and starving pelicans found in coastal California communities
Wildlife experts working to save the birds
Pelicans are malnourished despite abundant marine life off the Pacific Coast
Efforts to release the birds back into the wild
Similar event occurred in 2022
Pros
Efforts by wildlife experts to save the sick pelicans
Focus on caring for the birds until they can be released back into the wild
Cons
Many pelicans have died due to starvation and illness