Southern California sea birds poisoned by toxic algae outbreak

Southern California sea birds poisoned by toxic algae outbreak

KCAL, KCBS By Michele Gile Click here for updates on this story     California (KCAL/KCBS) — The toxic algae bloom spreading domoic acid across the Southern California coast has not only poisoned sea lions but also the birds flying above the waters. Two pelicans stranded in Dana Point and experiencing seizures have been brought to the hospital at the Wetlands Wildlife Center. Minutes later, another sick bird was delivered from Seal Beach. “The n…

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