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Point Blue's 160 scientists develop nature-based solutions to climate change, habitat loss, and other environmental threats to benefit wildlife and people.

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Kat Taylor and TomKat Ranch
"Growing up in California, spending most of my time out-of-doors, I was raised in a nature ethic. I understand that we live within natural resource and ecological limits, and we have to tend to the planet that is so gracious to host us. That’s why at TomKat Ranch we partner with Point Blue to create a “learning laboratory.” Here beef graze on grasses and pastures only. At the same time, the soil ecosystem grows healthier. This is “ecological ranching” where cattle are used to improve biodiversity above and below the ground. Point Blue's scientists and data help us understand what’s going on. I'm proud to be a supporting partner with them."

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What's Happening

Get to Know Our New CEO

Our new CEO, Manuel “Mani” Oliva, is settling in to his new role to lead the organization as we continue and grow our climate-smart conservation science work. We sat down with him and asked him 10 questions during his first week.

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Better Science for Better Sea Level Rise Planning

In new research led by our partners at USGS and co-authored by Point Blue’s Maya Hayden, Ph.D., projected coastal flooding dramatically increased when storms were included in the models. This may seem daunting, but it’s actually helpful news.

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Coastal Conservation and Photography

Learn how our beloved local beaches provide vital coastal habitat for many species, like the Western Snowy Plover with Point Blue Biologist Carleton Eyster and Photographer Jacqueline Deely at the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History.

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Annual Meeting & Bird-A-Thon Highlights

Gather with fellow supporters of Point Blue to elect new Directors of the Board followed by a special presentation and Bird-A-Thon celebration!

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Smarter Conservation Solutions

Sharing our conservation resources and knowledge and providing our partners with valuable conservation tools is essential to Point Blue’s mission.

Farming & Ranching

Be a steward of the land without sacrificing your bottom line.

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Management

Improve conservation outcomes and guide conservation investment priorities.

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Nature Stewardship

Identify, understand, and help birds and other animals at home and while out enjoying nature.

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Research

Use our science. Browse our library of briefs and more than 2,000 peer-reviewed scientific articles, book chapters, and reports.

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Teaching

Teach others about a variety of science and conservation topics.

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