Marine-Med: Marine Research, Epidemiology, and Veterinary Medicine

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Dr. Stephanie Norman studies and helps mitigate diseases and disorders of aquatic wildlife, including human impacts, to further their health, conservation, and ecosystems. Dr. Stephanie Norman studies and helps mitigate the effects of diseases, disorders, and human impacts on aquatic wildlife health to promote their recovery and conservation.

If you're in the Seattle area on November 4 and are interested in the plight of Southern Resident Orcas, here's an upcom...
10/24/2025

If you're in the Seattle area on November 4 and are interested in the plight of Southern Resident Orcas, here's an upcoming meeting you might be interested in!

Join the Puget Sound Chapter of the American Cetacean Society in Room 6 of the Phinney Neighborhood Center for our November chapter meeting, where our guest speaker will be Joe Gaydos from the SeaDoc Society. Lack of available salmon, increased vessel noise and disturbance, and high levels of persis...

This has so much potential!
08/26/2025

This has so much potential!

In Norway, cutting-edge underwater drones are rescuing marine life from deadly ghost nets and abandoned fishing gear that drifts for years, trapping fish, seals, and even whales. Equipped with sonar, cameras, and robotic arms, these drones locate and remove nets with precision, recycling the waste into useful materials. Safer and faster than divers, they protect ecosystems while turning technology into ocean healing power.

For folks on the United States west coast! We are in the thick of seal pup season! An important reminder:
08/01/2025

For folks on the United States west coast! We are in the thick of seal pup season! An important reminder:

It’s that time of year again in Puget Sound!

Harbor seal pups are born in Puget Sound June through August so you may see pups onshore right now. It is extremely important to learn how to to make sure these pups have the best chance of survival in the wild.

Nursing pups remain with their mothers for 4 to 6 weeks, it is essential to reduce human disturbance so a female seal can care for her pup.

Once that period ends, they are weaned to survive on their own. They will spend extended time on shore resting and regulating their body temperature. It is important to understand that not all pups survive their first year of life, so please respect nature’s role and do not interfere. The harbor seal population is healthy, so we do not intervene in cases of natural mortality.

Here are some principles you should keep in mind:
🫶 Please give all seals space on shore; it is vital to reduce human disturbance and give seals the best chance to thrive in the wild.

📞 Report injured, dead, or entangled marine mammals to the West Coast Marine Mammal Stranding Network at 1-866-767-6114.

💙 We have great local partners in the Stranding Network! Support your local Network and trust the decisions they make for animals onshore - Network partners need your patience and understanding especially during our very busy summer season.

🤩 Help spread the word about our Share the Shore campaign and educate your friends, family, and community members.

Wondering who your local stranding network partners are? Check out this link: https://www.fisheries.noaa.gov/report

Alt text: A harbor seal mother and pup lying on a rock face. Credit: Robin Lindsey

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