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OSU study: Marbled murrelet chicks face greater predation risk in poor ocean conditions
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OSU study: Marbled murrelet chicks face greater predation risk in poor ocean conditions

CORVALLIS, Ore. – Less favorable ocean conditions mean marbled murrelet chicks take longer to leave the nest, making them more vulnerable to predation, according to a new study of the iconic Pacific Northwest seabird by Oregon State University scientists.

Thursday, Oct 22, 2026

Bear cub seen roaming SW Bend neighborhood; police offer tips
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Bear cub seen roaming SW Bend neighborhood; police offer tips

BEND, Ore. -- A bear cub sighting near a park in a southwest Bend neighborhood Wednesday afternoon prompted some advice from police, such as not leaving out food, keeping dogs on leashes - and to report any sightings but not approach the animal.

Thursday, Sep 10, 2026