A marine heat wave has been linked to the deaths of seabirds off the coast of California. The situation could potentially worsen due to El Nino.

Marine ornithologist Tammy Russell has firsthand experience with the issue, having found numerous seabird carcasses on a San Diego beach. The birds were discovered in various locations, including mixed in with kelp and under rocks.

Further details on the seabird die-off and the efforts of scientists and volunteers to survey and understand the issue are available from the source, KSAT 12.