Oops! U.S. Allows Marine Mammal Mix-Ups on Farallon Islands Research
Published Date: 5/14/2026
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The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service wants permission to accidentally disturb marine mammals while doing research and management on the South Farallon Islands in California. The National Marine Fisheries Service is asking the public to comment on this plan and a possible one-year extension before making a final decision. Comments are due by June 15, 2026, and this process helps protect marine life while supporting important science.
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