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Already this year, sea lions have washed ashore on California beaches after falling sick from eating fish that had consumed toxic algae that flourishes in warmer water.
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In 2026, sea lions have already washed ashore on California beaches after becoming sick from eating fish that had consumed toxic algae, which thrives in warmer water.
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{
    "date": "2026",
    "cause": "Toxic algae from warmer water",
    "event": "Sea lion strandings",
    "location": "California beaches"
}
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California Ocean Warming Sea Lions Toxic Algae Marine Health
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September 25, 2026 at 6:05 AM (2 weeks ago)
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September 25, 2026 at 6:05 AM (2 weeks ago)

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Tropical Sea Turtle Lays Eggs on Southern California Beach
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https://nytimes.com/2026/09/22/us/olive-ridley-sea-turtle-climate-california.html

For the first time in recorded history, a sea turtle has nested on the West Coast of the U.S., laying eggs near Seal Beach, California. Scientists view this as a significant sign of warming ocean waters, driven by a major El Niño event.

Sea Turtles Climate Change El Niño Marine Biology California Wildlife Conservation Ocean Warming

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