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Join a network of ocean enthusiasts and discover how flying, boating, paddling or hiking along the coast, can affect the future of California's seabirds.

Seabirds that nest and rest on cliffs or offshore rocks are sensitive to human disturbance. Find a colony near you! (6.05 MB PDF)

Did you know, disturbances to seabirds during breeding season can:

• Scare birds off their nests
• Dislodge eggs and chicks from nest sites
• Allow predators access to eggs and chicks
• Lead to deaths when eggs and chicks are exposed to heat and cold
• Cause chicks to drown when they are forced to leave the nest too soon.

Through an organized outreach and education program combined with law enforcement and seabird management actions, the Seabird Protection Network reduces human disturbance to seabirds and other wildlife along the central California coast.

The Seabird Protection Network is funded by the
Luckenbach Oil Spill Restoration Fund.

Last Updated on: Wed, December 14, 2011