About 400 dead baby and juvenile pelicans were discovered at Lake Cawndilla in outback New South Wales. Authorities ruled out H5N1 avian influenza, and an investigation into the cause of death is underway.
A study in California's Point Reyes peninsula reveals river otters are killing brown pelicans in significant numbers, with 73 deaths recorded over 19 visits. Observations suggest pelicans may be learning to flee from otters.
Bishop Auckland, once a mining town, is undergoing a cultural and economic revival thanks to the Auckland Project, founded by Jonathan and Jane Ruffer. The project includes art galleries, a heritage railway, a Roman fort, and the Kynren live-show spectacular, attracting visitors and creating jobs.
For the first time in over 360 years, pelican chicks have hatched in London's St James's Park. Four chicks, born since May 17, have survived their first month, delighting park staff. The pelicans, a gift to King Charles II in 1664, typically breed in larger groups, making this event a significant first.
Jamahl Mosley, 47 anni, è stato nominato capo allenatore dei New Orleans Pelicans con un contratto quinquennale, appena due settimane dopo essere stato licenziato dagli Orlando Magic. Mosley aveva guidato i Magic ai playoff per tre stagioni consecutive.
DeAndre Jordan of the New Orleans Pelicans won the Twyman-Stokes Teammate of the Year award, edging Portland's Jrue Holiday and Houston's Jeff Green in voting by 385 NBA players. Jordan received 1,445 points, narrowly defeating Holiday's 1,437. The award recognizes selfless play, leadership and commitment to teammates.
