These data should not be used out of context or without verification. This should be strictly enforced when reporting signs of human interaction data.

DATA ACCESS

Upon written request, certain fields of the Level A Data Sheet will be released to the requestor provided that the requestor credit the Stranding Network and the National Marine Fisheries Service (NOAA Fisheries). The National Marine Fisheries Service (NOAA Fisheries) will notify the contributing Stranding Network members that these data have been requested and the intent of use. All other data will be released to the requestor provided that the requestor obtain permission from the contributing Stranding Network member and the National Marine Fisheries Service.

Upon written request, certain fields of the Marine Mammal Rehabilitation Disposition Report will be released to the requestor provided that the requestor credit the Stranding Network and the National Marine Fisheries Service (NOAA Fisheries). The National Marine Fisheries Service (NOAA Fisheries) will notify the contributing Stranding Network members that these data have been requested and the intent of use. All other data will be released to the requester provided that the requestor obtain permission from the contributing Stranding Network member and the National Marine Fisheries Service (NOAA Fisheries).