This summer, we’ve seen an increase in sea lions and fur seals stranding with signs of domoic acid poisoning. Our trained responders have rescued hundreds of animals thanks to caring people like you.
You can ensure sick and injured marine mammals get the fish meals and medicine they need for a second chance at life. And right now, your gift will be matched dollar-for-dollar. Give monthly, and your impact is matched x12!
Monk seal fans, this one’s for you! Join our Ke Kai Ola Open House on September 5, presented by Hawai‘i Tourism Authority, for a facility tour, rescue stories and a chance to see current patients.
See experts providing life-saving care to patients so they can be released back to the wild. Tickets are free but must be reserved online in advance. Hurry, spots fill up fast!
Your support makes life-saving work possible. Our patients rely on the generosity of people like you. There are many different ways to make a gift today and help return marine mammals to a healthier ocean home.
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SF GATE: Sick, disoriented sea lions are washing up on California beaches
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In the News
The Wall Street Journal: Huge, Hungry Whales Are San Francisco’s Latest Traffic Headache