Nearly the entire western population of black brant, 200,000 strong, stops at Humboldt Bay Refuge to feed on the abundant eelgrass during migration. Black-necked stilts, such as these, are among the many shorebirds and waterfowl that are found...
California; Clear Lake highlands; buck; doe; Mammals;
Mule deer are named for their large, mule-like ears that move independently and frequently, scanning the environment for sounds of predators such as mountain lions, coyotes, wolves and bobcats.
Castle Rock a 14-acre island located less than 2 miles off the coast of Crescent City, California. A part of the National Wildlife Refuge System, Castle Rock is the second largest seabird breeding colony along the California coast, hosting more...