Mediterranean monk seals are one of the most endangered seals in the world. Watch the video to learn about these seals and how we can help protect them.

Mediterranean monk seal quiz

Conservation

Here are some conservation actions that could help Mediterranean monk seal numbers increase:

  • protecting important seal habitat 
  • reducing ocean pollution
  • reducing conflict with fishermen 
  • raising awareness about the importance of protecting these seals

More resources

Fore more information on this story, visit Mongabay.com: https://news.mongabay.com/2021/01/how-endangered-are-monk-seals-candid-animal-cam-meets-these-underwater-mammals/

Mediterranean monk seal information from NOAA: https://www.fisheries.noaa.gov/species/mediterranean-monk-seal

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