River otters are here to stay — at the Aquarium of the Bay
Viewing wild river otters can be thrilling, if you find one. Up your chances to 100 percent at a new, permanent exhibit at Aquarium of the Bay.
Urban Nature
Feds conclude great whites not endangered, Oakland has new bird safety standards
NOAA concludes Pacific great white shark not in danger of extinction and doesn't warrant extra protection, and other Bay Area nature news.
Vandals destroying hundreds trees in Golden Gate Park, what would it mean to de-extinct a species?
Why would anyone be destroying young, reforested tree in Golden Gate Park? Hundreds have had their tops lopped off. And other Bay Area nature news.
Oakland’s Bug Guy Wants You to Like Bugs Too
Eddie Dunbar has helped make Oakland a bit friendlier towards the Bay Area's creepy-crawlies.
Whale feeding frenzy in Monterey Bay, Ranch near Mt. Diablo bought for open space
Krill bloom brings in crowd of whales, including blues, into Monterey Bay, and more Bay Area nature news.
Eucalyptus removal: A dilemma of habitat and history
The East Bay eucalyptus removal debate continues with public comment until June 17. We hear from experts on amphibians, raptors, and forest succession.
Millbrae mulls bird feeding ban, Calif. voters say ‘no’ to fracking
Millbrae mulls bird-feeding ban to prevent airport bird strikes, and other Bay Area nature news.
Hayes Valley Farm to be replaced by housing development, Google goes green in new campus
Hayes Valley Farm in SF to be replaced by housing development, but it didn't go down without a last minute fight, and other Bay Area nature news.
These beavers know the way to San Jose
In the heart of San Jose, a family of beavers have set up a home. Their arrival marks the first time in 150 years that beavers have been seen in...
East Bay hills tree removal debate catches fire
A plan for tree removal in the East Bay hills is open for public comment until June 17. We talk to a biologist, historian, gardener, land manager, and critic.
