In California, call our 24-hour hotline: 415-289-SEAL (7325)

Please report marine mammals that appear to be ill, abandoned or in danger. You’ll help give these animals a second chance at life while also aiding researchers with their ongoing studies.

In Hawaii, call our hotline:
808-987-0765

Please report any Hawaiian monk seal sightings on the Big Island of Hawaii. These animals are endangered, so every sighting provides valuable information to our researchers, and seals in distress may require emergency care. Please call us immediately if you accidentally hook a Hawaiian monk seal.