The Alaska SeaLife Center admitted the first harbor seal patient of the season to the Wildlife Response Program on May 11.
The seal is a male estimated to be under a month old, according to the ASLC . He was found on South Kenai Beach with no adult seals nearby.
Members of the public reported his whereabouts to the ASLC Stranded Marine Animal Hotline, and was then taken to their location in Seward for care and evaluation. The ASLC veterinary team found the pup to be in poor body condition and suffering from malnourishment and dehydration, as well as harsh breathing sounds. The team is currently providing care and conducting further diagnostics to better understand the severity of his condition.
“Harbor seal pups are extremely vulnerable during this early stage of life, especially during the critical window when the pup relies entirely on its mother for nutrition, immune support and survival,” said Jane Belovarac, ASLC Wildlife Response Curator. “Minimizing disturbance from humans and pets during pupping season gives harbor seal pups the best chance of survival. ”.
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