Notice of Availability of the Conservation Plan for the Eastern Pacific Stock of Northern Fur Seal (Laaqudan)

In accordance with the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA), NMFS has finalized the Conservation Plan for the Eastern Pacific Stock of Northern Fur Seal (Laaquda) based on public comments received. The goal of the Conservation Plan is to conserve and restore the stock to its optimum sustainable population. The Final Conservation Plan (Plan) for this stock is now available.

For further information contact: Michael Williams, NOAA Fisheries Alaska Region, 907–271–5117, michael.williams@noaa.gov.