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Marine Conservation organizations in North America, South America, Central America and the Caribbean
ORCA Peru
Organization for Research and Conservation of Aquatic Animals
Malecon Jose De San Martin 853, San Bartolo 15856, Peru
Region Active
South America
Non-profit
Activity
Marine conservation, Protection of marine life, Marine animal conservation and rehabilitation
Description
ORCA Peru operates multiple bases along the Peruvian coast and is focused on balanced marine conservations efforts. They conduct research and rescue of sea-lions, dolphins, marine otters, whales, sea turtles and penguins, promoting sustainable development and the conservation of a healthy marine ecosystem, preventing and monitoring the cumulative effects of human impact through advanced research, animal welfare strategies, and innovative education campaigns promoting marine mammals as sentinels of the ocean, from the Eastern South Pacific to the world.