Chappy, a seal pup rescued in New Haven, Connecticut, tragically passed away after struggling with severe digestive issues. Despite initial recovery efforts, where he was treated for dehydration and malnutrition, he couldn't adapt to a whole fish diet. A necropsy confirmed he died from mesenteric torsion, a serious condition that complicates blood supply to the intestines. The aquarium expressed profound sadness over Chappy's passing, highlighting the challenges of rehabilitating such animals. His journey captured the hearts of many across the nation, reflecting the commitment to marine animal rescue.
Chappy, the gray seal pup rescued in New Haven, succumbed to mesenteric torsion, a serious intestinal issue, despite initial recovery efforts at the Mystic Aquarium.
Mystic Aquarium expressed that staff members were heartbroken over Chappy's death after a short battle with severe digestive issues and a transition to a whole fish diet.
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