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Marine Mammal Stranding Center

Marine animal rescue center with live seal and sea turtle rehabilitation viewing.

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About Marine Mammal Stranding Center

This rescue and rehabilitation facility cares for stranded and injured seals, dolphins, sea turtles, and whales along the New Jersey coast. Visitors can observe recovering animals and learn about marine mammal conservation. The center has rescued over 5,000 marine animals since 1978 and provides essential education about protecting our ocean wildlife.

Highlights

✓5,000+ marine animals rescued
✓Live rehabilitation viewing
✓Sea turtle and seal patients
✓Conservation education

Collections & Exhibits

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Features

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Visiting Tips

💡 Animal viewing varies - call ahead to see who's in residence
💡 Donations directly support animal care
💡 Great for teaching kids about marine conservation
💡 Combine with a Brigantine beach visit

Best For

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Visitor Info

Admission
Suggested Donation: $5 adult / $3 childDonations support animal care
Hours
Year-roundWeekdays: 10am - 4pmWeekends: 10am - 4pmAnimal viewing depends on current patients.
Time Needed
30 minutes - 1 hour
Address
3625 Brigantine Boulevard, Brigantine, NJ 08203
Tours
Self-guided tours
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