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Who handles deceased marine mammals or rescues a stranded seal or sea lion?

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All marine mammals are managed by the federal government and are outside the reach of the State of California. NOAA manages the West Coast Marine Mammal Stranding Network where you can report a dead, injured, or stranded marine mammal along the West Coast by calling: 1-866-767-6114. 

Additionally, there is a 24-hour hotline for California through the Marine Mammal Center.

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Updated on Wed, 05 Jun 2024 by amanda.vandiggelen@wildlife.ca.gov