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Ventana condors show resilience during fire

California Condors at the Ventana Wildlife Society's sanctuary in Big Sur surprised their protectors during the fires. After the handlers were driven away by the recent fires, the giant birds were left to survive on their own.

Forced away by flames, their scientist handlers could only hope the birds' animal instincts would kick in. To their delight, they did. The birds found fresh air, and food -- a beached whale and decaying California sea lion at the edge of Big Sur's cliffs. After the blaze swept through the area, many even returned home.

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