A seven-year study of Barred Owls in California shows a significant decline in exposure to the most lethal class of rodenticides, attributed to the state's policy restrictions. The study also detects a new contaminant, cholecalciferol, in nearly one in five owls, suggesting product substitution as older compounds become harder to access.
A GPS tracking study found that invasive barred owls consistently occupy the tallest, oldest, and most complex stands of forest, threatening spotted owls' habitats. Managing barred owl populations reopens habitat for spotted owls to reclaim, conservatively estimating over 1,800 square kilometers of restored habitat.
A new study reveals that abandoned illegal cannabis operations leave a lasting chemical legacy on California's public lands, threatening ecosystems and wildlife. Researchers found persistent pesticide and pharmaceutical contaminants at former grow sites in the Six Rivers, Shasta-Trinity, and San Bernardino National Forests.
A recent study reveals that terrestrial insectivores in the Amazon rainforest employ behavioral and physiological adaptations to cope with rising temperatures, including modifying their warming routines and using water to regulate body temperature.
A six-year study confirms stream contamination with pesticides from trespass cannabis cultivation sites in Northern California, threatening local aquatic species and freshwater resources. The study's findings highlight the need for proactive approaches to mitigate the impacts of these sites on downstream waterways and habitats.