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1 week ago

Watch Reggae the seal play with rubber ducks as part of Aquarium training

Reggae, a 33-year-old Atlantic harbor seal at the New England Aquarium, uses rubber duck enrichment to practice memory, problem-solving, focus, and strengthen trainer bonds.
Environment
fromwww.ocregister.com
3 weeks ago

Diver strikes up unlikely friendship with seal off California coast

A white harbor seal repeatedly interacts playfully with Laguna Beach freediver Rusty Hunter during multiple dives, showing growing curiosity and affection.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Seal escapes from pod of killer whales by jumping on to photographer's boat

A pod of orcas used coordinated wave-washing tactics to try to dislodge a harbor seal that escaped onto a boat's stern platform.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 months ago

Seal pup rescued after being found motionless on Brighton beach

Fern was found on the beach on 7 August and did not respond even as children approached. This kind of behaviour is very concerning in seals and signals serious exhaustion or illness.
Public health
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