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Meet the NOAA Alaska Region’s Stranding Response Team!

Mandy Keogh, the Alaska Region Stranding Coordinator, discusses team members and their vital roles.
December 07, 2022 - Feature Story ,
Alaska
Two biologists with the NOAA Alaska Region (Kim Raum-Suryan and Sadie Wright) measure a Steller sea lion carcass during a carcass survey of the Copper River Delta. Credit: NOAA Fisheries, Permit 18786 Two biologists with the NOAA Alaska Region, Kim Raum-Suryan and Sadie Wright, measure a Steller sea lion carcass during a carcass survey of the Copper River Delta. Credit: NOAA Fisheries, Permit 18786

Answering the Call: Whatcom Marine Mammal Stranding Network

Washington group undertakes a vital mission full of heart.
October 13, 2022 - Feature Story ,
West Coast
Harbor seals in a holding tank looking up at the camera Harbor seals sticking together during temporary care at WMMSN/WHS Wildlife Center. Credit: WMMSN/WHS Wildlife Center

Pumpkin Carving Stencils for Ocean Lovers

Wow your neighbors with our eerie-sistibly fa-boo-lous ocean-inspired jack-o’-lantern stencils.
October 11, 2022 - Feature Story ,
New England/Mid-Atlantic
Images of carved pumpkins.

Wildlife Viewing Guidelines: Share the Water for Labor Day

This Labor Day, NOAA would like to remind everyone to safely enjoy the water with our marine friends.
September 02, 2022 - Feature Story ,
Alaska
Humpback whales bubble net feeding in Alaska.

Highlights of Our Seal Research in Alaska as Part of NOAA Fisheries Seal Week

Alaska is home to many species of seals and sea lions. These videos capture some of the important research we are doing in Alaska to better understand and manage seal and sea lion populations.
September 01, 2022 - Feature Story ,
Alaska
4 images in a grid showing photographs of a bearded seal, ringed seal, ribbon seal, and spotted seal.

Seal Week 2022: Celebrating Pinniped Science and Conservation

During Seal Week August 29–September 2, NOAA Fisheries highlights seals and sea lions through science, conservation, and management.
August 29, 2022 - Feature Story ,
National
Harbor seal in Maine rests on the beach Harbor seal in Maine rests on the beach. Photo credit: Marine Mammals of Maine.

Celebrating 50 Years of the Marine Mammal Protection Act

NOAA Fisheries marks 50 years of marine mammal science, conservation, and recovery under the Marine Mammal Protection Act.
July 30, 2022 - Feature Story ,
Alaska
New England/Mid-Atlantic
Pacific Islands
Southeast
West Coast
National
Gray whales swimming Gray whales were nearly hunted to extinction by commercial whaling. Protections under the MMPA, ESA, and the end of commercial whaling have allowed the species to recover. Credit: NOAA Fisheries (Permit #19091).

Recent Increase in Seal Deaths in Maine Linked to Avian Flu

NOAA Fisheries working with partners to determine the causes of death, and assess impacts.
July 20, 2022 - Feature Story ,
New England/Mid-Atlantic
MMoME team member assessing a dead seal. MMoME team member assessing a dead seal.

Woods Hole Science Aquarium Reopens to Public

Harbor seals are back at our aquarium and we are ready for visitors.
July 05, 2022 - Feature Story ,
New England/Mid-Atlantic
Two harbor seals in their pool. They are hauled out of the water on a wooden pier in the pool. In the foreground, a young seal is on her belly, head to the left, tail arching to the right. Deep scarring is visible on her forehead and the side of her face. In the background a large male lies on his belly just behind the young seal, facing the camera head on. Pool toys used in training are floating nearby. Harbor seals Kitt and Bubba hauled out in their pool at the Woods Hole Science Aquarium. Credit: NOAA Fisheries/Hannah Colwell

Share the Shore: Harbor Seal Pups

These pups—often seen alone onshore—are not abandoned.
May 02, 2022 - Feature Story ,
Alaska
Premature harbor seal pup born with lanugo (natal fur) in Haines, Alaska. NOAA Permit 18786 Premature harbor seal pup born with lanugo (natal fur) in Haines, Alaska. NOAA Permit 18786.