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  • 2025-01282 — Marine Mammals; File Nos. 28286 and 22095
    Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 7101
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) is extending the public comment period for a permit application from SeaWorld to conduct research on a non-releasable beluga whale from the endangered Cook Inlet population. This extension is due to additional information received from SeaWorld, which requires more time for review. The current permit allowing SeaWorld to hold the beluga whale is also proposed to be extended for six months. The new deadline for submitting comments is March 3, 2025.

    Simple Explanation

    The National Marine Fisheries Service is letting people have more time to share their thoughts about SeaWorld's plan to study a special beluga whale, and they also want to allow SeaWorld to keep the whale longer while they think about this new plan.

  • 2024-29618 — Marine Mammals; File No. 28286
    Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 102117
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    SeaWorld LLC has applied for a permit to conduct research on a non-releasable beluga whale named Tyonek, from the endangered Cook Inlet population. The permit, under review by the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), would allow studying the whale's behavior and providing care at SeaWorld of Texas. Tyonek, stranded as a baby and deemed non-releasable, will be part of educational programs to inform the public about the beluga’s endangered status. The permit request includes potential transport of Tyonek for socialization or care needs and is intended for a five-year period.

    Simple Explanation

    SeaWorld wants to take care of a beluga whale named Tyonek, who can't go back to the ocean because he was found alone and too young. They're asking for permission to study him and teach people about his kind, which needs help to stay safe.

  • 2025-04883 — Marine Mammals; File No. 22095
    Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 13352
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) has issued an amendment to Permit No. 22095-01, allowing SeaWorld LLC to continue its research on a stranded beluga whale named Tyonek. This amendment extends the permit by six months, up to September 15, 2025, enabling additional review of a new application for ongoing research activities. The actions comply with the Marine Mammal Protection Act and the Endangered Species Act, assuring that the research does not harm the endangered beluga and aligns with environmental protection laws.

    Simple Explanation

    In March 2025, a new permission was given to SeaWorld to keep helping a special beluga whale named Tyonek. This means SeaWorld can study and take care of Tyonek a bit longer, until September, to make sure he's okay and safe.