California Sea Lion Leptospirosis Study Underway (IMAGE)

The Marine Mammal Center

California Sea Lion Leptospirosis Study Underway

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The Marine Mammal Center in Sausalito, Calif., inches a special net close to capture wild California sea lions. Before releasing the animals back to the ocean, veterinarians will collect blood samples and other data as part of a study to learn more about leptospirosis.

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The Marine Mammal Center, NOAA Permit No. 932-1489-10

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