The SF Chronicle reports that for the first time since 1834 Northern Fur Seals have returned to the Farallon Islands off of the San Francisco coast.
A few started returning in the early 1970s, but this year their numbers surged -- an indication of the islands' enduring vitality and proof that a sensitive species can revive under favorable circumstances.
"We're ecstatic to see any marine mammal recovery, but it's especially gratifying when you're talking about a sensitive species like northern fur seals," said Clyde Morris, manager of the Don Edwards San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge. "Their comeback is probably due to the high protection from human intrusion the Farallones receive."
The Farallons are really a special place so its great to see it as a home to another species.
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