California blue whales, once nearly extinct, back at historical levels

 I'm always glad to hear a conservation story with a positive outcome. California's blue whale population is approaching historic levels.


http://newsdaily.com/2014/09/08/california-blue-whales-once-nearly-extinct-back-at-historical-levels/

Another local program is in progress to reduce ship strikes in the Santa Barbara channel, and to reduce air pollution.

http://www.latimes.com/science/sciencenow/la-sci-sn-ships-slow-down-whales-pollution-20140805-story.html

Wildlife crossing proposal in Conejo Valley

A recent local story on proposed wildlife crossings to facilitate dispersal and reduce roadkill risk to Santa Monica Mountain's mountain lions.


Proposed Cougar Crossing In Conejo Valley Picking Up Support
Posted on Monday, September 22, 2014 12:26am

http://www.kclu.org/2014/09/22/proposed-cougar-crossing-in-conejo-valley-picking-up-support/