California wildfire smoke linked to reduced bird activity and health
Wildfire smoke significantly impacts California bird populations, leading to decreased activity and body mass, according to new UCLA study.
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Project Phoenix Now Accepting Volunteers!
Help researchers at UCLA and the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County protect West Coast birds by recording your daily bird observations
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Announcing Recipients of 2024 The La Kretz Center and Stunt Ranch Reserve Research Awards
The UCLA La Kretz Center for California Conservation Science and the UC Natural Reserve System Stunt Ranch Santa Monica Mountains Reserve are pleased to announce the 2024 La Kretz Center…
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2023 La Kretz Center Annual Report
Delve into the groundbreaking research, promising UCLA student researchers, and outstanding public outreach events that the La Kretz Center supported in 2023.
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Deadline Extended: 2024 UCLA La Kretz Center and Stunt Ranch Research Awards
The deadline has been extended to February, 20th, 2024. Undergraduates, Graduates, & Postdoctoral Scientists are eligible to apply.
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La Kretz Center Postdoctoral Fellowship Candidates at EEB Seminar Series
Join us during the EEB Seminar Series to hear from La Kretz Postdoctoral Candidates Joseph Curti, Devon DeRaad, and Whitney Nakashima
