Ocean life has its seasons, just like land. In fall, furious upwelling relaxes; warmer water pushes toward shore. A tranquil pause before winter’s storms.
Fall 2024 Almanac: The Ocean
October 15, 2024 •
Conservation
Bay Nature Local Heroes | Environmental Justice | Farming and Ranching | Health | Parks | Policy | Pollution | Stewardship
The Backstory on Pacifica’s Whale Bonanza
October 10, 2024 •
Scientists surveying marine life off our coastline have been watching marine mammals roll in for the Bay Area seafood buffet.
A Lifeline for Three Endangered Wildflowers
October 3, 2024 •
The Inflation Reduction Act is helping scientists imagine hopeful futures for endangered North Bay wildflower species that were listed decades ago.
Stewardship and Volunteer Opportunities: Coastal Edition, Fall 2024
October 1, 2024 •
Some ways to show love to our coastlines and their wild inhabitants.
Life in Hot Water
September 24, 2024 •
As another strong El Niño exits the Pacific, researchers look to marine life to tell us what’s happening.
Safe Passage for Wildlife
September 24, 2024 •
How scientists and planners are creating safe passage for wildlife moving across the South Bay—and beyond. Sponsored by POST.
To Protect Plovers, We’ll Have to Outwit the Ravens
September 19, 2024 •
For the past several years, wildlife photographer Sarah Killingsworth has been shadowing biologist Matt Lau’s work helping the western snowies at Point Reyes National Seashore. But tricky ravens have become a problem of late.
The Public’s Reaction to Otter Reintroduction
September 12, 2024 •
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife invited coastal communities to comment on otters in Northern California and here’s what they learned.
Bees Are Heating Up. How Will They Cope?
September 5, 2024 •
Climate change is coming for our most critical pollinators. Scientists are figuring out if our bees can handle the heat.
A New Park in San Francisco’s Mission Bay Neighborhood
September 3, 2024 •
China Basin Park in Mission Bay is open, as of April 2024.