Scientists solve harbor porpoise mating mystery in San Francisco Bay

Harbor porpoises returned to San Francisco Bay in 2008 after a decades-long absence. Marine biologists took the rare opportunity to observe them from the Golden Gate Bridge walkway, uncovering details of their mating behavior. The findings could aid conservation efforts for at-risk porpoise populations worldwide.

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