Government Greenlights Seal Lab Poke-fests in California and Alaska
Published Date: 3/12/2026
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Summary
Dr. Colleen Reichmuth from UC Santa Cruz wants a permit to study five types of seals and sea lions at labs in California and Alaska. The research will look at their behavior and body functions, with up to four animals per species involved at once. People have until April 13, 2026, to share their thoughts, and no money changes hands in this permit process.
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