Skip to main content

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.

Read more
Northern elephant seal
blue whale just below the surface of the water

Marine Mammal Monday: Record-Breaking Marine Mammals

Ages: 10-14 years old

  • Behavior
  • Species conservation
  • Climate change
  • Natural history
Virtual Program

Did you know that incredible, record-breaking marine mammals can be found worldwide? Watch this recorded program to learn about the most amazing marine mammals, their special adaptations and how we are all connected through the ocean ecosystem. Then download the activity and answer key to learn more about inventions inspired by marine mammals.

behavior
species conservation
climate change
natural history
Middle school
10 years
11 years
12 years
13 years
14 years

Related Resources

Related News