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What is a Stranding?
A stranding can be defined as:
- An event in the wild where a marine mammal or sea turtle is found dead on the beach or shore or floating in US waters.
- When a marine mammal or sea turtle is alive on the beach or shore, but unable to return to the water due to sickness or injury or some other obstacle.
- When a marine mammal or sea turtle is in the water, but is unable to return to its natural habitat without assistance.
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Strandings can be classified according to which animal is in distress, and what type of stranding is occurring, two equally important factors that determine how experts respond to the situation. Some types of strandings are specific to certain animals. Types of strandings in the Northeast include: |
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Seasonality of Strandings in the Northeast
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Strandings occur year-round in the Northeast. However there are trends that are often observed due to the seasonality of the animals’ movements. |
Stranding Reasons
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The reason for strandings can divided into two main categories: natural and human related (anthropogenic). Natural:
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Anthropogenic: |
Decisions on the Beach
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For more information on the stranding program, please contact NERStranding.staff@noaa.gov
Fisheries Service
