Proposed Incidental Harassment Authorization; Sitka, Alaska
A proposed Incidental Harassment Authorization for the Southeast Alaska stock of northern sea otters in Sitka, Alaska is open for public comment until June 6, 2024. Once the public comment period closes, we will review all submitted comments prior to making a final determination. More information is available at: Proposed Incidental Harassment Authorization; Sitka, Alaska
Under direction of the Marine Mammal Protection Act of 1972 and the Endangered Species Act of 1973, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service in Alaska is responsible for the conservation of polar bears, northern sea otters, and Pacific walruses that inhabit Alaskan waters. Our sister agency, the National Marine Fisheries Service, is responsible for whales, dolphins, porpoises, seals, and sea lions.