Natural History Wanderings

The LA Times reported that researches confirm that Ashy Storm-petrels are breeding on Catalina Island. Researchers believe there may up to 50 nests on the Catalina Island. There are only about 10,000 Ashy Storm-petrels in the world and they are listed as a California Bird Species of Special Concern. Their low population numbers and restricted range make them susceptible to chemical pollutants, oil spills and predation from ravens, rats and feral cats. Read story at Ashy storm-petrels breed at Santa Catalina Island – LA Times.