Protection and Legislation
International Whaling Commission -The purpose of the IWC is to provide for the proper conservation of whale stocks and thus make possible the orderly development of the whaling industry.
Marine Mammal Protection Act of 1972 -Lists the Marine Mammal Protection Act
National Marine Fisheries Service -The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), or NOAA Fisheries, is part of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) within the U.S. Department of Commerce.
NOAA Fisheries Office of Protected Resources -The lead Federal office in protecting marine mammals and endangered marine life.
Sea Shepherd Conservation Society -Sea Shepherd’s mission is to conserve and protect marine eco-systems and wildlife species
