Wildlife authorities are trying to determine why large numbers of California brown pelicans are being found sick and dying.
California brown pelicans fly off Thornehill Broome Beach near Point Mugu, Calif., on May 16, 2021. . The state Department of Fish and Wildlife says hundreds of the pelicans have been admitted to wildlife rehabilitation facilities in Southern and Central California since about May 13.
Results of postmortem examinations and testing of pelicans brought to rehabilitation facilities indicate the birds are dying from starvation-related problems, and there are no indications of disease or unusual parasites. The brown pelicans are an important part of the Pacific Coast ecosystem, feeding on northern anchovy, Pacific sardine and mackerel.
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