The California red-legged frog is considered an endangered species. California has an official freshwater fish and an official marine (saltwater) fish. California, the Golden State, is home to a ...

California is the most biodiverse state in the United States, experts say. The Golden State also has the second highest number of species listed as endangered or threatened in the nation, with 298 ...

The 210-foot-long Wallis Annenberg Wildlife Crossing will help animals safely cross California's famed 101 freeway.

Located at 1345 Charter Oak Ave. in St. Helena, We Care Animal Rescue has been caring for animals since 1982. The center's cats roam freely without cages, except when separation is needed for their ...

SACRAMENTO, Calif., May 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The California Animal Welfare Association (CalAnimals), the San Francisco Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SF SPCA), and the ASPCA® ...

SACRAMENTO, Calif., Jan. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- California's network of nearly 300 animal shelters and organizations are banding together to support families and animals impacted by the devastating ...

In recent years, shelters throughout California have become overwhelmed with abandoned dogs and cats, leading to more of the animals being euthanized, according to pet advocates. Why this has happened ...

See more of our trusted coverage when you search. Prefer Newsweek on Google to see more of our trusted coverage when you search. Southern California animal welfare groups are seeking the public's help ...

Baja California Governor Marina del Pilar Ávila Olmeda promoted the reform of Article 7, which now recognizes animals as sentient beings in the state’s Constitution—an unprecedented move that ...