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A wolverine was spotted in California. Here's what happens next

Though unconfirmed, he's thought to be a young creature roaming in search of a partner. Relatable!
Hey, you! You over there!

He's thought to be a young creature roaming in search of a partner. Relatable!

Who is he? While he hasn't been given a formal name, the California wolverine is a creature of mystique and intrigue.

  • The critter, that is presumed to be a male (and single!) was officially identified earlier this month, after numerous reported (but unconfirmed) sightings.
  • The only other confirmed sighting of a wolverine in the golden state in the last 100 years was when researchers tracked one from 2008, after it was spotted

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