Lead poisoning claims young California condor, highlighting threat to endangered species.

An 18-month-old California condor named Pey-noh-pey-o-wok' died from lead poisoning in Redwood National Park, a significant loss for the Yurok Tribe. Lead poisoning, often from ingesting lead shot in carrion, is a major threat to condors, causing nearly half of their mortalities. The Yurok Tribe and the California Condor Recovery Program are working to restore condor populations and raise awareness about the dangers of lead ammunition.