1. Marine Mammals In Captivity | The Humane Society Of The United States The Humane Society of the United States Yes, please send me action alerts, updates, and special offers to help animals. http://www.hsus.org/marine_mammals/what_are_the_issues/marine_mammals_in_captivi

Pets Wildlife Wildlife Marine Mammals ... Books Yes, please send me action alerts, updates, and special offers to help animals. Receive action alerts, tips, news, and special offers via email. First Name Last Name Email Address Zip Code The Humane Society of the United States 2100 L Street, NW Washington, DC 20037 HSUS Marine Mammals What Are the Issues? Marine Mammals in Captivity Marine Mammals in Captivity The public display industry captures many species of marine mammals from the wild, especially whales and dolphins. The Humane Society of the United States believes that these animals should not be taken from the wild simply to entertain and amuse people, for a number of reasons. Life in the Wild The very nature of these animals makes them uniquely unsuited to confinement. In the wild, whales and dolphins live in large groups (called pods), often in tight family units. Family bonds often last many years. In some species, they last for a lifetime. Whales and dolphins travel long distances each day, sometimes swimming in a straight line for a hundred miles, other times remaining in a certain area for hours or days, moving several miles along a coastline and then turning to retrace their path. These marine mammals can dive up to several hundred meters and stay underwater for up to half an hour. They spend only 10 to 20% of their time at the surface. Life in Captivity This unnatural situation can cause skin problems. In addition, in captive killer whales (orcas), it is the probable cause of dorsal fin collapse, as without the support of water, gravity pulls these tall appendages over as the whale matures. Collapsed fins are experienced by all captive male orcas and many captive female orcas, who were either captured as juveniles or who were born in captivity. However, they are observed in only about 1% of orcas in the wild.

2. U.S. Fish And Wildlife Service Home, Fish And Wildlife Service The MMPA prohibits the take (i.e., hunting, killing, capture, and /or harassment) of marine mammals, and enacts a moratorium on the import, export, and sale of marine mammal http://www.fws.gov/habitatconservation/marine_mammals.html

Marine Mammals Habitat and Resource Conservation skip navigation Habitat and Resource Conservation Home Kids and Educators About Us ... Wind Energy Division of Habitat and Resource Conservation 4401 N. Fairfax Drive, Suite 840 Arlington, Virginia 22203 U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Contact Us Form The Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA), enacted in 1972, was the first legislation that called for an ecosystem approach to natural resource management and conservation. The MMPA prohibits the take (i.e., hunting, killing, capture, and /or harassment) of marine mammals, and enacts a moratorium on the import, export, and sale of marine mammal parts and products. There are exemptions and exceptions to the prohibitions. For example, Alaska Natives may hunt marine mammals for subsistence purposes, and may possess, transport, and sell marine mammal parts and products. An exception is available for entities that apply for and are granted authorization for the incidental take of marine mammals during the course of an otherwise legal activity. Marine Mammal Management Authority to manage marine mammals was divided between the Department of the Interior (delegated to the Fish and Wildlife Service) and the Department of Commerce (delegated to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). A third Federal agency, the

3. List Of Marine Mammal Species -- Marine Mammal Photos :: Phillip Colla Natural H Marine Mammal Photos. A comprehensive list of marine mammal photos in the stock photography database of Phillip Colla Photography., Online Photo Search Engine, Phillip Colla http://www.oceanlight.com/marine_mammals.html

@import url(http://www.oceanlight.com/oceanlight.css); List of Marine Mammal Species Marine Mammal Photos This page contains many images and may take a while to load in your browser. Arctocephalus galapagoensis Galapagos fur seal Status: Vulnerable (IUCN) Synonyms: Galapagos Islands Fur Seal, Arctocéphale Des Galapagos, Oso Marino De Las Galápagos Arctocephalus gazella Synonyms: Arctocephalus townsendi Guadalupe fur seal Range: U.S.A. (Farallon Islands of CA) south to Mexico (Islas Revillagigedo) Status: Vulnerable (IUCN), Threatened (ESA) Synonyms: Guadalupe Fur Seal, Lower Californian Fur Seal, Arctocéphale De Guadalupe, Otarie À Fourrure D'amérique, Oso Marino De Guadalupe Balaenoptera musculus Blue whale Range: Oceanic Status: Endangered (IUCN), Endangered (ESA) Synonyms: Sulphur bottom whale, Sibbald's rorqual, blue rorqual, great blue whale, great northern rorqual, Ballena azul, rorqual bleu, baleine bleue Balaenoptera physalus Fin whale Range: Oceanic Status: Endangered (ESA) Synonyms: Callorhinus ursinus Northern fur seal Status: Vulnerable (IUCN) Synonyms: Delphinus delphis Synonyms: Eschrichtius robustus Synonyms: Eumetopias jubatus Steller sea lion Range: North Pacific rim from Northern Japan through the Bering Sea to Northern California.

4. Marine Mammals - Whales And Dolphins - World Society For The Protection Of Anima WSPA, a global animal welfare charity provides free veterinary clinics, support for local humane societies, establishment of wildlife sanctuaries, campaigns to end animal cruelty http://www.wspa-usa.org/pages/2175_marine_mammals.cfm

What we do Home What we do Marine Mammals Universal Declaration Companion Animals Wildlife Marine Mammals ... USA Member Societies Marine Mammals Whales WSPA's whale campaign supports the international moratorium on commercial whaling by discussing the welfare implications of whaling activities, thereby helping to preserve this global agreement on whale protection. WSPA also leads Whalewatch - a global coalition of over 140 animal protection organizations united by the common belief that whaling should be banned because it is inherently cruel. Establishing new levels of protection for whales worldwide, be it through codes of practice or through national and regional legislation, is essential for the future of these magnificent creatures. WSPA, together with Whalewatch, aims to show the world that the whaling debate is not just about numbers and conservation, but also about the severe suffering that whales experience while being hunted at sea. Dolphins Since 1991, WSPA has engaged in dolphin rescue and reintroduction programs, supported scientific research studies to fill information gaps, participated in outreach and education efforts through campaigns and commercial and governmental lobbying, and established partnerships with other animal protection groups that work on this issue. WSPA has achieved several notable successes during this time including a pledge from the Seven Seas luxury cruise line to no longer offer dolphin encounter tours at any of their ports of call. WSPA has also co-produced a comprehensive report on the state of marine mammals in captivity titled “The Case against Marine Mammals in Captivity�.

5. Marine Mammals Protected Marine Mammals in Inshore Waters Onslow Bay provides seasonal habitat for six marine mammal species protected under the Endangered Species Act fin http://www.lejeune.usmc.mil/emd/te/marine_mammals.htm

Marine Corps Base, Camp Lejeune Marine Mammals Red-Cockaded Woodpecker Plants Training Restrictions Sea Turtles ... Maps Protected Marine Mammals in Inshore Waters Onslow Bay provides seasonal habitat for six marine mammal species protected under the Endangered Species Act: fin whale ( Balaenoptera physalus ), humpback whale ( Megaptera novaeangliae ), northern right whale ( Balaena glacialis ), sei whale ( Balaenoptera borealis ), and sperm whale ( Physeter catodon Although all of the whales have been documented in the vicinity of Onslow Bay, the norhtern right whale is the most frequently encountered. Protective measures for marine mammals include aerial surveys before any live fire exercise in the N-1/BT-3. If whales are spotted during an exercise, the exercise is held in a check-fire status until the animals have left the vicinity. Florida Manatee Manatees are seasonal migrants along the coastal waters of North Carolina. They follow the warm waters from Florida northward along the Atlantic Coast visiting productive estuarine habitats. Manatees have been observed at Camp Lejeune in the Intracoastal Waterway and the vicinity of Mile Hammock Bay. Encounters with manatees in NC are most likely to occur from June through October. Manatees graze on floating plants at the water's surface and on underwater vegetation. They are slow moving marine mammals that are often injured by fast moving boats as they surface to breathe and while feeding.

6. Marine Mammals Caribbean Destinations Pacific Destinations Indian Ocean Destinations Pacific Newsletters Indian Ocean Newsletters Flora and Fauna. This section features marine http://www.hackingfamily.com/Flora_&_Fauna/marine_mammals.htm

7. Greenspace | Marine Mammals | Los Angeles Times Daily news about all things green and environmentrelated http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/greenspace/marine_mammals/

Mobile Site Subscribe/Manage Account Print Ads Place An Ad ... More Classifieds defaultTabPath="http://www.latimes.com/news/nationworld/nation"; lowerTabPath="http://www.latimes.com/news/science/environment"; Greenspace Environmental news from California and beyond Category: marine mammals One-fifth of world's vertebrates are threatened, but there is hope pm Amphibians are the most at risk, with 30% of species threatened. Of mammals, reptiles and fish, 21% are threatened, as are 12% of birds. On average, 52 species of mammals, birds and amphibians move one category closer to extinction each year. But the outlooks improved for 68 species, including the humpback whale and the California condor offering some hope that thoughtful intervention can reverse extinction risk trends, scientists said. Read more on vertebrate biodiversity and the Nagoya talks Eryn Brown Photo: The California condor is one of 68 species whose extinction risk has improved, according to new research. Twitter: @latenvironment Facebook: latimesenvironment More in: Endangered species Eryn Brown marine mammals Wildlife ... Comments ( tweetmeme_url = "http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/greenspace/2010/10/extinction-biodiversity-nagoya-japan-species.html"; tweetmeme_service = "bit.ly" tweetmeme_style = "compact";

8. Cape Cod Canal, Natural Resources, Marine Mammals, Army Corps Of Engineers, US A Cape Cod Canal Information pertaining to navigation, recreation, education, natural resources, history, and the environment on the Cape Cod Canal. http://www.nae.usace.army.mil/recreati/ccc/resources/marine_mammals.htm

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9. National Marine Mammal Laboratory The National Marine Mammal Laboratory (NMML) conducts research on marine mammals important to the mission of the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) and the National http://www.afsc.noaa.gov/nmml/

10. Marine Mammal - Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia Marine mammals are a diverse group of 120 species of mammal that are primarily oceandwelling or depend on the ocean for food. They include the cetaceans (whales, dolphins, and http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marine_mammal

Marine mammal From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Jump to: navigation search This article needs additional citations for verification Please help improve this article by adding reliable references . Unsourced material may be challenged and removed (May 2009) A Humpback whale Megaptera novaeangliae ), a member of order Cetacea A Leopard seal Hydrurga leptonyx ), a member of suborder Pinnipedia of order Carnivora A West Indian Manatee Trichechus manatus ), a member of order Sirenia A Sea Otter Enhydra lutris ), a member of family Mustelidae A Polar bear Ursus maritimus ), a member of family Ursidae California sea lions , members of the family Otariidae Desmostylus Marine mammals are a diverse group of 120 species of mammal that are primarily ocean -dwelling or depend on the ocean for food. They include the cetaceans whales dolphins , and porpoises ), the sirenians manatees and dugong ), the pinnipeds true seals eared seals and walrus ), and several otters (the sea otter and marine otter ). The polar bear , while not fully aquatic, is also usually considered a marine mammal because it lives on sea ice for most or all of the year.

11. Marine Mammals And Sound Marine Mammals and Sound. All pinnipeds and cetaceans depend on sound to some degree to sense the ocean environment, and some are known to use echolocation. http://www.navy.mil/oceans/sound.html

Understanding Sonar Resources Marine Mammal Protection Stranding Events Mid-Frequency Active Sonar vs. Saturn V Rocket Sonar and Marine Mammals Fact Sheet ... Discovery of Sound in the Sea (DOSITS), Interactive web site dealing with the science of sound Understanding Sonar Navy Publications Marine Mammals and Sound All pinnipeds and cetaceans depend on sound to some degree to sense the ocean environment, and some are known to use echolocation. Echolocation allows these animals to determine the distance of objects (food, predators) and features of the underwater environment (seafloor depth, topography) for navigation purposes. They accomplish this by projecting sounds, called sonar clicks, that are reflected back when the sounds strike an object. The farther away an object is, the longer it takes for the echo to return, allowing the echolocating animal to tell the distance. Echolocation makes it possible to navigate and feed at night and in deep or murky water, or at great distances where visual sensing would be ineffective. For example, a dolphin can detect a target the size of a golf ball almost a football field away, much farther than the dolphin can see underwater. Marine mammals also use underwater vocalizations to communicate with each other. Because sound waves travel efficiently in water, some ocean-dwelling animals are able to communicate over great distances through sound. Based on the few marine mammal species for which hearing has been tested to date, it appears that a given species' hearing is tuned to a broad range of frequencies with the greatest sensitivity typically encompassing the range of vocalizations and echolocation (for echolocating species).

12. Alliance Of Marine Mammal Parks And Aquariums Provides an educational resource for marine mammals and their environments. http://ammpa.org

A new Public Service Announcement reminds people to stop feeding wild dolphins that can be injured or killed when they become addicted to begging for handouts. Alliance members helped fund the PSA and are incorporating it into their public education programs. The Alliance of Marine Mammal Parks and Aquariums is an international association representing marine life parks, aquariums, zoos, research facilities, and professional organizations dedicated to the highest standards of care for marine mammals and to their conservation in the wild through public education, scientific study, and wildlife presentations. Alliance member websites are windows to exciting information about the marine mammals in these zoological parks and aquariums. They feature many special education programs and unforgettable interactive programs offered by each facility, research that helps marine mammals in the wild, and programs to rescue stranded animals and nurse them back to health. Information is also available about how to find a career working with these fascinating animals. To learn more about our individual members and their work on behalf of marine mammals, click below. Interested in an internship or career with Marine Mammals? Looking for Alliance members who offer internships? Find more information

13. The Marine Mammal Center : Home 2010 The Marine Mammal Center ; Terms and Conditions; ENewsletter; Media Center; Jobs; Sitemap; A partner of the Golden Gate National Parks; The Marine Mammal Center 2000 Bunker Road Fort http://www.marinemammalcenter.org/

14. Marine Mammals' Brains Exposed To Hazardous Cocktail Of Pesticides Including DDT The most extensive study of pollutants in marine mammals' brains reveals that these animals are exposed to a hazardous cocktail of pesticides such as DDT and PCBs, as well as http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2009/05/090520122227.htm

15. International Marine Mammal Project Working to make oceans safe for marine mammals worldwide. http://www.earthisland.org/immp/

16. Marine Mammals | Marine Advisory Program | Alaska Sea Grant Marine mammals information from the University of Alaska Marine Advisory Program. MAP helps people wisely use, develop, enjoy, and conserve marine resources. http://seagrant.uaf.edu/map/mammals/index.html

17. Global Research And Rescue Home Page, Grr Home Page, Grrescue, Animal Rescue, An Non-profit animal organization that assists marine mammals, whales, dolphins and terrestrial animals. http://www.grrescue.org

G lobal R esearch and R escue a rapid response team for animals in distress Home About grr Table of Contents Brochure ... Contact Us Animal Research Animal Rescue Welcome to the "Global Research and Rescue" Web site. Inside this "grr" site, you'll find information dealing with "research and rescue" of marine mammals, other species of marine life as well as terrestrial animals. You'll also find information and research on how to protect the habitat in which these animals live. Global Research and Rescue is a federally registered 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization Comments On The Proposed Critical Habitat For Southern Resident Killer Whales Comments by Dr. David Bain Our mission is to provide support to animals in distress wherever they may be. We support scientific research efforts involving animals anywhere in the world. "GRR" provides care to animals in distress utilizing a rapid response team of qualified professionals with expertise in the care and transport of wildlife. This team has access to the necessary equipment and resources to truly make a difference in a crisis situation where in the past there may have been no options for an animal’s survival. "Global Research and Rescue"

18. Marine Mammals - Office Of Protected Resources - NOAA Fisheries Killer Whales (Orcinus orca) Photo NOAA Hawaiian Monk Seal (Monachus schauinslandi) Photo NMFS Pacific Islands Fisheries Science Center North Atlantic Right Whales http://www.nmfs.noaa.gov/pr/species/mammals/

NOAA Fisheries Office of Protected Resources OPR Home About OPR ... OPR Site Map Marine Mammals Species Status Conservation More Info ... MMPA Fact Sheet Killer Whales (Orcinus orca) Photo: NOAA Hawaiian Monk Seal (Monachus schauinslandi) Photo: NMFS Pacific Islands Fisheries Science Center North Atlantic Right Whales (Eubalaena glacialis) Photo: NOAA Bowhead Whale (Balaena mysticetus) Photo: NMFS Southwest Fisheries Science Center Humpback Whale Megaptera novaeangliae Photo: Janice Waite, National Marine Mammal Laboratory Northern Fur Seal (Callorhinus ursinus) Photo: NOAA's National Marine Mammal Laboratory Bottlenose Dolphin (Tursiops truncatus) Photo: NMFS Southwest Fisheries Science Center Beluga Whale (Delphinapterus leucas) Photo: NOAA's National Marine Mammal Laboratory Overview Marine mammals are mammals that are well adapted for life in the marine environment. Two major groups of marine mammals are: Cetaceans ( whales, dolphins, and porpoises

19. Free Marine Mammals Desktop Wallpaper And Screensavers Wide selection of Marine Mammals computer backgrounds. Including 3D Wild Dolphins, Animated Dolphins, Atlantic Grey Seal, Baby Otters, Bottlenose Dolphin, Dolphin Reef, Dolphins http://marinemammals.naturewallpaperandscreensavers.com/

Marine Mammals Wallpaper and Screensavers Download Marine Mammals Desktop Wallpaper and Screensavers 3D Wild Dolphins Screensaver Dive into the abyss and enjoy the enchanting underwater scenes, realistic ocean sounds, and relaxing music. Animated Dolphins Screensaver If you love dolphins, you'll love these computer animated renditions of the playful animals Atlantic Grey Seal Wallpaper Give this Cardigan Bay dweller a good home with this wallpaper featuring the Atlantic Grey Seal waiting in Welsh waters. Baby Otters Wallpaper These cute fuzzy baby otters want to play around on your desktop. Invite them to your home playground today with this adorable wallpaper Bottlenose Dolphin Wallpaper Invite this Bottlenose dolphin to frolic on your desktop with this wallpaper featuring the friendly sea mammal. Dolphin Reef Screensaver A colorful coral reef background, soothing underwater sounds, and dolphins swimming across your screen. Download this very realistic Dolphin Reef screensaver today!

20. Dolphins And Whales I Pictures And Information About Marine Mammals Website showcases information and photographs concerning marine mammals with an emphasis on whales and dolphins. http://www.whale-images.com

Whale-Images.com - Pictures and Information for Whales, Marine Mammals and other Animals Whale Images home Animal Facts New stories All whale photos ... Resources Dolphins and Whales Information and Photos about Dolphins, Whales and Marine Mammals A website dedicated to bringing you information and quality pictures of various species of whales and dolphins. Whales and Dolphins are Cetaceans - a group of mammals which belong to the order Cetacea. There are two classifications of Cetacea - Odontoceti (toothed Whales) and Mysticeti (baleen whales). Whales are large, aquatic mammals that breathe air through either one or two blowholes into their lungs. Toothed whales such as Killer Whales Sperm Whales , and Beluga Whales prey on fish, squid, or marine mammals using echolocation. Baleen whales such as Humpback Whales Gray Whales , and Minke Whales feed on tiny crustaceans, small fish and plankton. They use their baleen to filter the food from the water and are generally larger than toothed whales. Belonging to the odontoceti or toothed whale cetacea, and family Delphinidae, the largest family of the cetacean order, there are 26 living species of dolphins. Most species of dolphins feed mainly on small schooling fish and squid although some species prey on crabs, shrimps, and lobsters. Dolphins can be found in all oceans and major seas around the world. Each species of dolphin has adapted to life in their particular marine environment, allowing them to specialize in catching and eating food specific to that area.

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