Seana Quintero

San Francisco resident, her mom lives in Tehachapi Mountains

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The majestic California condor is the largest bird in North America. It’s also one of the most endangered species in nature.

Tehachapi Mountains woman battles California condors on her front deck

The majestic California condor is the largest bird in North America. It’s also one of the most endangered species in nature.

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