About this episode
The episode discusses the recent gray whale strandings and the introduction of the 'Save Willy Act' in California.
Researchers are still trying to determine the cause of death for a whale that washed up in Wilder Ranch State Park in Santa Cruz County. And California representatives have introduced the "Save Willy Act," which would help ships avoid whales.
Topics covered
- whale strandings
- marine research
- California legislation
- environmental protection
- wildlife conservation
Keywords
- gray whale
- strandings
- Save Willy Act
- California
- marine life
- whale conservation
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Save Willy Act
Places: Wilder Ranch State Park, California
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