#National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration

Hawaiian monk seal in Kona waters relocated after aggressive behavior toward oceangoers

The animal’s move was prompted by a pattern of escalating underwater interactions in the Makako Bay area in December 2023.

Public is reminded to keep a safe distance with the return of humpback whales

During whale season, especially in water depths of 600 feet or less, boaters are asked to maintain a speed of 15 knots or less to minimize the risk of striking a whale.

Hawaiian monk seal treated for 5 months at Ke Kai Ola in Kona released back into wild

The 7-year-old female seal, known as RH38, was initially seen by volunteers and community members in waters around the Garden Isle acting abnormally lethargic in June.

Sen. Schatz to Fight NOAA Funding Cuts

U.S. Sen. Brian Schatz released a statement after a Washington Post report revealed that the Trump Administration plans to make deep cuts to NOAA.