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Fourth Harbor Seal Patient Admitted from Nikiski May 31, 2023

ASLC Admits Three Harbor Seal Pups from the Copper River Area in Less than 72 Hours May 26, 2023

New Scientific Publication: Changes in Steller Seal Lion Winter Diets Following the Pacific Marine Heatwave May 1, 2023

ASLC Wildlife Response Program Admits First Fur Seal Patient in Six Years February 3, 2023
The Alaska SeaLife Center admitted a northern fur seal pup to the Wildlife Response Program on January 31, 2023. Fur seals are relatively uncommon wildlife response patients, and have not been cared for at the ASLC since 2017.
The female pup, estimated to be around six months old, was seen swimming erratically near the shore in Sitka, Alaska. Her abnormal behavior worried local residents, who reported the pup to the ASLC 24-hour stranding hotline (1-888-774-7325). Sitka is an unusual location to see northern fur seals this time of year, which raised concerns for her survival by ASLC staff. After receiving approval from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), the animal was transported to the Center for treatment.
The main concerns found by the ASLC veterinary team upon the initial admit exam were dehydration, malnourishment, and signs of an unknown infection found in her bloodwork. Despite these concerns, she was observed to be active and alert when handled. The team found no evidence of severe physical trauma; however, noted that the pup seems smaller than average for her age. Staff are currently providing initial treatments and examining the patient further to understand more details about her condition.
The Alaska SeaLife Center’s Wildlife Response Program can only provide care for stranded and injured marine animals with help from federal grants, corporate sponsors, and individual donors. Those interested are encouraged to contribute to the care of rehabilitating marine animals here: www.alaskasealife.org/donate. The Center acknowledges the ongoing generous support of its Wildlife Response Program from companies like ConocoPhillips, Marathon Petroleum Corporation, Matson, PetZoo, GCI, and a number of individual donors, funds, and foundations such as The Stanley J. Williams Fund, Mesara Family Foundation, and The NC Giving Fund.

ASLC Mourns Unexpected Passing of Steller Sea Lion, Mist January 30, 2023

Alaska SeaLife Center Announces 2023 Alaska Ocean Leadership Award Recipients January 23, 2023
that have made significant contributions to the awareness and sustainability of the state’s marine resources.
