NPFMC Protected Species Measures
Marine mammals, seabirds, and other species may be impacted by fishing activities through competition for prey, direct mortality, and disturbance. The Council and NOAA Fisheries Service seek to limit these impacts through fishery management measures; additional proactive and voluntary measures taken by the fishing industry also support this goal.Staff contact for marine mammals is Sarah Rheinsmith 907-271-3235. Staff contact for seabirds is Sara Cleaver 907-271-2804.