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The New York Times: Scientists Begin Testing Bird Flu Vaccine in Seals

In response to the increasing threat of bird flu, marine mammal researchers are hoping to provide a life-saving, preventative vaccine for endangered Hawaiian monk seals. 

Learn how researchers at The Marine Mammal Center are studying the bird flu vaccine in elephant seals as a similar species, as well as our next steps to protect Hawaiian monk seals.

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Northern elephant seal

Riki

California Sea Lion
Zalophus californianus

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This patient is a California sea lion, our most commonly rescued species, with animals of all ages stranding throughout the year with a variety of ailments. 

Pups are born in June but stay with their moms for 10 months, so we typically see an influx of young animals in the spring. Other common reasons for stranding include domoic acid toxicosis, cancer, entanglement, malnutrition and leptospirosis

Age at Admit
Juvenile
Weight at Admit
29.50 kgs
Sex
Male
Rescue Location
Moss Beach - Pacific Grove, Monterey
Cause of Death
Ocular abnormality, Pneumonia, Euthanasia, Leptospirosis, Nephropathy
Admitted
08/11/2023
Status
Deceased
Deceased Date
08/17/2023

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