• VAQUITA CPR
    ​CONSERVATION. PROTECTION. RECOVERY.

  • DEEPWATER HORIZON OIL SPILL
    Newly Published Research Reveals Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill May Lead to 50% Decline in Dolphin Population in Some Areas 

  • A KILLER "WHALE" IDEA!
    The southern resident Orca's of Puget Sound will soon get their own personal health records.

  • PERINATAL DOLPHIN DEATHS IN THE GULF
    Study finds higher rate of illness in dead fetuses and newborns after Deepwater Horizon oil spill

  • THE STAN KUCZAJ FUND
    He was a beloved teacher, researcher, and long-time friend of the National Marine Mammal Foundation. 

  • DOLPHINS & DIABETES
    NMMF scientists have made a surprising discovery

Our Mission

To improve and protect life for marine mammals, humans, and our shared oceans through science, service, and education.

Studying Environmental Impacts

Our scientists study how sound and the environment impacts marine mammals. We advance the world's knowledge in marine mammal biology and medicine. We also aim to cure diseases which impact both marine mammals and humans.

Science News Spotlight

Dolphins sick following the Deepwater Horizon oil spill
​NMMF's team is helping to assess the health of dolphins in the Gulf of Mexico, following the Deepwater Horizon oil spill. 

Service

As a proud part of San Diego's rich history and service to our nation, we help to protect the health and well being of the Navy's marine mammals.

Education

Erika Putman with a team of interns
We are helping to foster the next generation of scientists and ocean ambassadors. Learn more about our student internships and STEM outreach programs.

Making Waves

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