The European Association for Aquatic Mammals (EAAM) was founded in 1972. The mission of EAAM is ensuring the welfare and protection of marine mammals through research, good veterinary practice, training, education, conservation, management and all associated activities. EAAM’s members are dedicated to the welfare and both in situ and ex situ conservation of marine mammals. Our professional members include veterinarians, biologists, zoo and marine park directors and managers, ethologists and animal scientists, animal care specialists and trainers, students and many more passionate individuals.