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Splashing through the snow… to our Holiday Open House!
Give the gift of experience and lasting impression. Grab the gang and head down to the National Marine Life Center for some fun at the Holiday Splash Open House this Saturday, December 8 from 11AM to 3PM. Explore the Discovery Center and tour the marine animal hospital. Enjoy arts and crafts and games for all. Create […]
It Could ALL Be YOURS! $9,500 in Prizes Up For Grabs
Just a reminder and an invitation to join the National Marine Life Center and many other nonprofit organizations at the JFK Museum in Hyannis for the “Spectacle of Trees“. The 5th Annul Spectacle of Trees hosted by the Cape Cod Charitable FunRaisers is attracting thousands of visitors to view and take a chance at winning […]
CT scans at WHOI diagnose ear infection in Townsend
On the surface, Townsend the harbor seal looks healthy. He is active, alert, eating, and of good body weight. Unfortunately, as with many wild animals, his demeanor hides a serious illness. As we reported last month, shortly after arrival we noticed a discharge coming from Townsend’s left ear. We feared this could mean he had […]
A Waterfall of Thanks – from the NMLC to you!
The National Marine Life Center has come a long way over the past few years, reaching some long time goals and making what seemed impossible possible. Looking beyond the long hours and the struggles, the NMLC is in gear and ready for the journey to come. With the holiday season in full swing, what better […]
New Seal Patient Admitted: Major Margaret “Hotlips” Houlihan
Our newest patient, a young female harbor seal pup, was admitted to the National Marine Life Center’s animal hospital on Monday, November 12th. She was found by the Army Corps of Engineers along the Cape Cod Canal in serious condition, was picked up by the International Fund For Animal Welfare’s (IFAW) Marine Mammal Rescue Team […]
Harvest Splash – Let the hustle and bustle begin!
Join us for our Harvest Splash Holiday Shopping Opportunity. Tour the Marine Animal Discovery Center and take advantage of the opportunity to learn about marine wildlife, strandings, recovery, and rehabilitation. There will be arts and crafts for the kids. Refreshments will be served and admission is FREE. Don’t forget to stop by the Gift Shop […]
Sea Turtles Fight Fickle New England Weather
It’s early November and we’re already finding ourselves warming the cars, scraping the windshield, and dodging the ice cold rain. As you contemplate your move south for the 30 second journey from your car to the front door, keep in mind those (sea turtles) that contemplated the same move. Unfortunately, for one reason or another, […]
Background Check: Get to know Townsend and his harbor seal friends!
We’ve all gotten to know Townsend during his visit here at the National Marine Life Center. Let’s get to know a little bit more about him and his harbor seal friends as we await the next update! The harbor seal is relatively small when compared to other species of seals around the world. They can […]
Marine Mammal Parasite of the Month – Answer Oct 2012
These are seal lice, or Echinophthrius horridus. They are lice, sucking lice, or Anoplurans to be more precise. Lice are insects within the hexapods with 6 legs, as opposed to mites which are arachnids with 8 legs (some parasite mites may have fewer; impress your friends!). Echinophthrius horridus are found on many phocids such as […]
Shoutout to Kids Who Care
Kids (of all ages!) are responding to Townsend, sending get well notes, and making donations to help. Thank you! This week, we’d like to extend a special thank you to Ashley, who sent this note along with a gift of money. We’d also like to thank Mrs. Milot’s fourth grade class from St. Margaret Regional […]
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We would like to take a minute to thank Eversource MA for supporting our mission and once again choosing us as a recipient of their
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It's Wednesday ya'll, so you know we are back with another #wishlistwednesday posting! The items that made their way to the top of the list
