Below are useful links and resources to learn more about sea otters and to highlight the organizations that are advocating for this endangered species. CITES (the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora) is an international agreement between governments. Its aim is to ensure that international trade in specimens of wild animals and plants does not threaten their survival. Defenders of Wildlifes' mission is to protect species and the habitats upon which they depend. In doing so, we focus on preserving the health of our nation's rich biological heritage (biodiversity). Elkhorn Slough Safari is dedicated to the preservation of Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary, and to providing educational access to these treasures. Endangered Species Chocolate - All-Natural and organic dark and milk chocolate gifts that give back to the planet! 10% of net profits donated to help support species, habitat and humanity. Farallones Marine Sanctuary Association is the only non-profit organization dedicated to protecting the Gulf of the Farallones National Marine Sanctuary's wildlife and habitats through the development of a diverse community of informed and active ocean stewards. Friends of the Elephant Seal is a non-profit organization dedicated to educating people about elephant seals and other marine life and to teaching stewardship for the ocean off this special place, the central coast of California. The Humane Society of the United States is the nation's largest and most effective animal protection organization—backed by 10 million Americans, or one in every 30. The International Otter Survival Fund- IOSF was set up to protect and help the 13 species of otter worldwide through a combination of compassion and science. It supports projects to protect otters, which will also ensure that we have a healthy environment for all species, including our own. Marine Fish Conservation Network - Advocating for National Policies to Achieve Healthy Oceans and Productive Fisheries The Marine Mammal Center recognizes human interdependence with marine mammals and their importance as sentinels of the ocean environment, the health of which is essential for all life. It is our responsibility to use our awareness, compassion and intelligence to foster marine mammal survival and the conservation of their habitat. The Marine Mammal Center works toward this end: Through rescue and humane treatment of ill, injured, or orphaned marine mammals, to return healthy animals to the wild. The Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary (MBNMS) is a Federally protected marine area offshore of California's central coast. Monterey Bay Whale Watch offers year-round whale watching trips to observe the spectacular diversity and abundance of whales and dolphins inhabiting the Bay. Moss Landing Marine Laboratories (MLML) are dedicated to the pursuit of excellence in both education and research. MLML administers the Masters of Science program for a consortium of seven California State University campuses in northern and central California. Ocean Conservancy promotes healthy and diverse ocean ecosystems and opposes practices that threaten ocean life and human life. Through research, education, and science-based advocacy, Ocean Conservancy informs, inspires, and empowers people to speak and act on behalf of the oceans. In all its work, Ocean Conservancy strives to be the world's foremost advocate for the oceans. Ocean Planet a 1995 Smithsonian Institution traveling exhibition which is no longer on display. The Oiled Wildlife Care Network (OWCN) mission is to ensure that wildlife exposed to petroleum products receive the best achievable recovery and treatment. Oregon Coast Aquarium in Newport - is a private, not-for-profit aquatic and marine science educational facility offering a fun and interesting way to learn about Oregon’s unique coastal ecosystem. Otternet has a wealth of interesting facts on otters. Our 50 + pages will help you with getting the information you need. Otternet is the largest resource on the Internet for otter information. The Otter Project exists to promote the rapid recovery of the California sea otter, an indicator of near shore ocean health, by facilitating research and communicating research results to the general public and policy makers. Sea Otter Adventure at Elkhorn Slough - Nature Boat Tours SeaWeb is a communications-based nonprofit organization that uses social marketing techniques to advance ocean conservation. By raising public awareness, advancing science-based solutions and mobilizing decision-makers around ocean conservation, we are leading voices for a healthy ocean. The Society for Marine Mammalogy, founded in 1981, is a non-profit entity. Our Objectives: 1. Evaluate and promote the educational, scientific and managerial advancement of marine mammal science. 2. Gather and disseminate to members of the Society, the public and public and private institutions, scientific, technical and management information through publications and meetings. 3. Provide scientific information, as required, on matters related to the conservation and management of marine mammal resources. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, a Bureau in the Department of Interior. Our mission is, working with others to conserve, protect and enhance fish, wildlife, and plants and their habitats for the continuing benefit of the American people. The Whales of Randy Puckett is a collection of whale and dolphin sculptures from world-renowned artist Randy Puckett. The site features his complete gallery, including his piece at the Monterey Bay Aquarium. World Animal Net is the world's largest network of animal protection societies with consultative status at the UN. Working to improve the status and welfare of animals with over 3,000 affiliates in more than 100 countries.