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The Hawaiian Monk Seal
220-7802 (Oahu) or email pifsc.monksealsighting@noaa.gov
To report stranded / entangled marine mammals:
1-888-256-9840
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monksealinfo@noaa.gov
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Scientific name: Monachus schauinslandi
Hawaiian name: ilio-holo-i-ka-uaua or na mea hulu
The Hawaiian monk seal (Monachus schauinslandi) is one of the most endangered marine mammals in the world and their population is declining. Monk seals are endemic to Hawaii, meaning they are native and are not found anywhere else in the world. Hawaiian monk seals are protected under the Endangered Species Act (ESA), Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA), and state law in Hawaii.
Find out about monk seal natural history, physical description and more.
How many monk seals are there? What are threats to their recovery?
Report a seal sighting, learn about legal protections, how to view monk seals, and what to do if you see a monk seal while fishing.
Learn about NOAA Fisheries management and research to help recover monk seals.
How you can help monk seals or volunteer for response and outreach.
Links to other monk seals on the web