About Pinnipeds: Release!

"It's time to go home! "

Once an animal has gained an optimal weight and is competing for food, it's ready for release. Prior to release, each animal is tagged with an identification number. The color-coded tags indicate the animal has been rehabilitated and helps identify the specific animal and care center in case the animal needs care in the future. We strive to return every one of our patients back to the wild once their care with us is complete.

All PMMC Releases Are Videotaped and Posted HERE
Release of 8 Sea lions, June 9, 2009 (YouTube video)
Release of 5 Elephant seals, June 9, 2009 (YouTube video)
Five Sea Lion Release April, 2008	Harbor Seal Release Benji January 2008
Sea Lion Release Liberty, Padoodle and Lukas January 2008 Orange County Register Featured Article	Elephant Seal Release BL January 2008
Elephant Seal Release Captain Crunch December 2007	Sea Lion Release PJ and Poppy October 2007
Elephant Seal Release Oatmeal, Half Pint & Betsy Ross August 2007	Maggie - Ready to go! Release of 7 Sea lions April 2007
Sea Lion Release - Berry February 2007	Harbor Seal Release Ernie & Polka Dot September 2006
Northern Fur Seal Release October 2005	Elephant Seal Release February 2006
Sea Lion Release February 2006	Elephant Seal Release February 2005