H5N1 bird flu spreads to sea otters and sea lions along San Mateo coast, wildlife experts say
- Posted on March 12, 2026
- By Los Angeles Times
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H5N1 bird flu spreads to sea otters and sea lions along San Mateo coast, wildlife experts say
After H5N1 bird flu was detected in elephant seals gathered at Ano Nuevo State Park, other marine mammals have also succumbed, including a sea otter and sea lion. So far, only animals in San Mateo County have been affected.
