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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 ,
Harbor seal in Maine rests on the beach Harbor seal in Maine rests on the beach. Photo credit: Marine Mammals of Maine.

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 ,
MMoME team member assessing a dead seal. MMoME team member assessing a dead seal.

It’s Time to Act FAST for Turtles

The Fishing Around Seals and Turtles (FAST) program provides guidance on what to do if an accidental interaction occurs, including helpful tips to avoid snagging a sea turtle.
June 17, 2022 - Feature Story ,
750x500-sea-turtle-fishermen-cut-line-safely-NOAA-PIRO.jpg Fishermen: Itʻs OK to help a hooked green sea turtle by cutting off the line as close to the hook as possible. Credit: NOAA Fisheries

An Isolated Population of Antarctic Fur Seals Could Save the Species, but They’re Disappearing

Losing fur seals from the South Shetland Islands means losing crucial genetic diversity the species may need to adapt to rapid climate change.
May 12, 2022 - Feature Story ,
fur seal pups on rocky beach, Antarctica Antarctic fur seal pups at Cape Shirreff, Livingston Island, Antarctica. MMPA permit number: 25786. Credit: NOAA Fisheries/Sergio Morales

How Hawaiian Monk Seals Get Their Names

Have you ever heard someone refer to a Hawaiian monk seal by a name and wondered, “where did that name come from?” Wonder no more! Here’s how Hawaiian monk seals get their names.
May 11, 2022 - Feature Story ,
Adult Hawaiian monk seal and her pup resting on the beach around rocks. Hawaiian monk seal RN58 (Luana) rests next to her pup PO5 (Makaʻuʻole) on the beach. Credit: NOAA Fisheries