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Avian Influenza and Our Seal Response Operations

We are pleased to report that the Center is resuming our seal response operations. To prioritize health and safety amidst avian influenza, we are taking a phased approach, initially reopening in Monterey and San Luis Obispo areas.

The Center continues to test all incoming animals for influenza and has had no cases among our patients to date.

See our latest updates about avian influenza and marine mammals, including how you can help.

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    Every person plays a vital role in our global ecosystem, and there are many ways to make a meaningful difference while you celebrate Earth Month. From picking up trash to talking about climate change, find out how you can take action right now.
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  2. Avian Influenza and Our Seal Response Operations

    We are pleased to report that the Center is resuming our seal response operations. To prioritize health and safety amidst avian influenza, we are taking a phased approach, initially reopening in Monterey and San Luis Obispo areas.
    See our latest update
    Elephant seal at Año Nuevo

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    Guadalupe fur seal Fumble NOAA permit #24359

  4. Marine Science Sunday: Marine Mammal Mysteries

    Join us in Sausalito on April 12 and 26 for Marine Science Sunday, a 30-minute interactive program where you’ll dive into our research and learn about the ways we are deepening our understanding of marine mammals and our ocean.
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    Marine Science Sunday

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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! 

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What We're Working On

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Cetacean Conservation

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Enrichment

Hawaiian monk seal tangled in fishing gear

Ocean Trash

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Sustainable Seafood

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Climate Change

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Hawaiian Monk Seal Conservation

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Cancer

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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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Mooring

Southern Sea Otter — Female
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Reina

Northern Fur Seal — Female
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northern elephant seal Shrub with enrichment items including fake kelp and a red buoy

Shrub

Northern Elephant Seal — Female
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two gray whales under the Golden Gate Bridge
Press Release

The Marine Mammal Center and San Francisco Harbor Safety Committee Pilot New Vessel Operator Training Program

February 6, 2026

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Heather Harris
In the News

Seattle Aquarium Awards Dr. Heather Harris With Prestigious Conservation Research Award

January 5, 2026

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