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Alameda Beach: Dead Whale Triggers Coordinated Response

Alameda Beach: Dead Whale Triggers Coordinated Response

This 40-foot gray whale washed ashore in Alameda on April 21, 2025, drawing crowds and launching a multi-agency response. While the cause of death is still under investigation, scientists are using this moment to learn more about ocean health and honor the life of this majestic marine traveler.

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Discovering Bat Rays: Guardians of Coastal Marine Life

Discovering Bat Rays: Guardians of Coastal Marine Life

Bat rays are graceful, benthic predators vital to maintaining the balance of coastal marine life. Found in sandy estuaries, rocky reefs, and seagrass beds, they play a key role in supporting marine biodiversity by regulating invertebrate populations and maintaining healthy seagrass habitats. As environmental indicators, bat rays reveal the health of marine ecosystems and highlight the importance of conservation efforts.

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