call the NOAA Fisheries Marine Wildlife Hotline at (866) 755-6622 to report the sighting. Also, consider donating to organizations that focus on the conservation of the Hawaiian monk seal ...

The Papahānaumokuākea area is home to multiple endangered species, including the Hawaiian monk seal and green sea turtles. NOAA officials say the project will incorporate native Hawaiian expertise.

The Hawaiian monk seal is one of the most endangered seal species in the world, with only an estimated 1,600 remaining in the wild. Signs with NOAA’s seal resting area guidelines are posted at ...