Harbor seal resting on a sandy beach beside a rescue crate, with a green tag on its back and a yellow tag on its rear flipper.

Rescued seal found on New Jersey road sick during blizard returns to ocean after rehab

HARVEY CEDARS, N.J. — A juvenile grey seal found stranded on a roadway after a blizzard has returned to the ocean this week following recovery from illness and malnutrition, the Marine Mammal…

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Beached dead whale on wet sand with the ocean waves in the background, a rope attached to its tail visible at left side.

44-Foot Endangered Sei Whale Found Dead in Newark Bay Had Not Eaten Before Death, Necropsy Finds

NEWARK BAY, N.J. — A 44-foot endangered sei whale found dead in Newark Bay had not been feeding prior to its death, according to preliminary necropsy results released following a multi-agency examination.…

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Seal lying on a blue surface, seen from above, with whiskers and gray fur visible. Note: the seal’s eye is toward the camera.

Shark attack at the Jersey Shore: Young seal recovering

HOLGATE, N.J. — A young grey seal found badly injured on a Holgate beach is now recovering and eating on its own after rescuers determined the wounds were likely caused by a…

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Young humpback whale found dead at Sandy Hook shows signs of vessel impact

Humpback whale death at Sandy Hook linked to suspected vessel strike, officials say Sandy Hook, NJ – A young humpback whale that washed ashore at Sandy Hook this week was found to…

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Dead humpback whale found at Sandy Hook as offshore wind work resumes

Advocacy group questions timing as officials investigate cause of death Sandy Hook, NJ – A dead humpback whale washed ashore at Sandy Hook Wednesday morning, prompting an investigation and renewed public debate…

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Humpback whale washes ashore at Sandy Hook as response teams mobilize

A 30-foot humpback whale was found dead and washed onto a Sandy Hook beach Wednesday morning, triggering a coordinated response. Sandy Hook, NJ – A deceased humpback whale measuring approximately 30 feet…

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Seal pup shuts down Jersey Shore road after waddling into traffic

Seal pup shuts down Long Beach Boulevard after waddling into traffic HARVEY CEDARS, NJ – Morning traffic on Long Beach Boulevard came to a halt Tuesday after a young gray seal was…

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This cute harbor seal rescued in Beach Haven Gardens is now recovering under vet care

Beach Haven Gardens, NJ – A lethargic harbor seal found on the sand in Beach Haven Gardens earlier this month is now recovering under veterinary care after being transported to a local…

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Dead 51-foot fin whale found in Barnegat Light struck by vessel

Public encouraged to report stranded marine mammals BARNEGAT LIGHT, NJ – A massive fin whale that washed ashore Friday on a Barnegat Light beach was likely struck by a vessel, according to…

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Fin whale found dead off Barnegat Light beach

BARNEGAT LIGHT, NJ – A 50-foot male fin whale washed ashore Friday afternoon in Barnegat Light, drawing a coordinated response from the Marine Mammal Stranding Center and local officials as crews worked…

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Mystery behind who is spraypainting seals at the Jersey Shore solved

BRIGANTINE, NJ – Somebody is spraypainting seals at the Jersey Shore and it’s concerning to some beachgoers. The Marine Mammal Stranding Center is clearing up confusion about an unusual sight that often…

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Seal found lounging on busy Jersey Shore beach gets escorted to quieter sands

Brigantine, NJ – A young harbor seal resting on a crowded stretch of Brigantine beach was relocated Friday afternoon after marine rescue workers determined the area posed risks to the animal as…

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Seaside stunner young grey seal crashes Holgate beach

Grey seal pup draws beach crowd at Holgate before being relocated for safety HOLGATE, NJ – A young grey seal pup resting on the beach at the southern tip of Long Beach…

Dead fin whale found on cargo ship shows signs of ship strike, experts say

GLOUCESTER CITY, N.J. – A 42-foot fin whale discovered on the bow of a massive cargo ship docking at the Holt Marine Terminal last week died from injuries consistent with a vessel…

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Seals Return to the Jersey Shore and Dog Owners Should Know This

BRIGANTINE, N.J. – The Marine Mammal Stranding Center is urging beachgoers and dog owners to give seals plenty of space after sightings increased along the New Jersey shoreline this week. Officials said…

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Cold-stunned sea turtle rescued from bay in Beach Haven

BEACH HAVEN, NJ – A green sea turtle found floating motionless near Queen City Marina was rescued Saturday afternoon after being spotted in the chilly bay waters, according to the Marine Mammal…

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Seal in NJ - Photo by Marine Mammal Stranding Center

Seals return to New Jersey beaches as public urged to keep 150 feet away

BRIGANTINE, NJ – The Marine Mammal Stranding Center announced that seals have returned to New Jersey’s coastline and urged beachgoers to keep a safe distance. Officials reminded the public to stay at…

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Humpback whale surprises boaters by swimming into Manasquan River

Giant whale spotted feeding in Manasquan River draws crowd MANASQUAN, NJ — A Humpback whale stunned onlookers Friday morning after making an unexpected detour from the Atlantic Ocean into the Manasquan River,…

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Late Summer Surprise: Manatee Makes Rare Appearance in New Jersey’s Shark River

Belmar, N.J. — In a delightful twist amid the fading days of summer, a manatee has taken up temporary residence in the Shark River, surprising fishermen and boaters in the Shark River.…

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Juvenile Loggerhead sea turtle rescued from abandoned NJ power plant canal and released

Brigantine, NJ — The Marine Mammal Stranding Center (MMSC) successfully rescued and released a juvenile Loggerhead sea turtle earlier this week after it was found stranded in the cooling canal of a…

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Rescued seal found on New Jersey road sick during blizard returns to ocean after rehab

44-Foot Endangered Sei Whale Found Dead in Newark Bay Had Not Eaten Before Death, Necropsy Finds

Shark attack at the Jersey Shore: Young seal recovering

Young humpback whale found dead at Sandy Hook shows signs of vessel impact

Dead humpback whale found at Sandy Hook as offshore wind work resumes

Humpback whale washes ashore at Sandy Hook as response teams mobilize

Seal pup shuts down Jersey Shore road after waddling into traffic

This cute harbor seal rescued in Beach Haven Gardens is now recovering under vet care

Dead 51-foot fin whale found in Barnegat Light struck by vessel

Fin whale found dead off Barnegat Light beach

Mystery behind who is spraypainting seals at the Jersey Shore solved

Seal found lounging on busy Jersey Shore beach gets escorted to quieter sands

Seaside stunner young grey seal crashes Holgate beach

Dead fin whale found on cargo ship shows signs of ship strike, experts say

Seals Return to the Jersey Shore and Dog Owners Should Know This

Cold-stunned sea turtle rescued from bay in Beach Haven

Seals return to New Jersey beaches as public urged to keep 150 feet away

Humpback whale surprises boaters by swimming into Manasquan River

Late Summer Surprise: Manatee Makes Rare Appearance in New Jersey’s Shark River

Juvenile Loggerhead sea turtle rescued from abandoned NJ power plant canal and released

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