Elephant Seal hauls out along Garden Route
An Elephant Seal, named Bossie, is currently resting on the shoreline between Bayview Beach and Diaz Beach in Mossel Bay.
According to the Stranded Marine Animal Rescue Team (S.M.A.R.T.) Facebook page, he arrived this week.
The Facebook post, uploaded on Wednesday, stated: 'We would like to inform the public that an adult elephant seal, named Bossie, is currently resting on the shoreline between Bayview Beach and Diaz Beach.
'S.M.A.R.T. was alerted to his arrival yesterday, and our team has been actively monitoring Bossie ever since to ensure he remains safe and undisturbed during his stay.
'Today, as a precaution, Bossie received his first rabies vaccination. This was done to help protect him from the rabies virus currently present in Cape fur seals near Seal Island, which is close to where Bossie has hauled out.
'We kindly urge all members of the public walking in the area to: Keep dogs on leashes at all times
Avoid approaching or visiting the area where Bossie is resting
'Please help us protect this magnificent animal by giving him the space and quiet he needs. Your cooperation ensures his safety and well-being, and helps us continue our work in safeguarding our marine life.
'Thank you for your understanding and support!'
Bossie's arrival follows hot on the heels (fins?) of Columbo who hauled out last week near Victoria Bay between George and Wilderness.
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Elephant Seal hauls out along Garden Route
An Elephant Seal, named Bossie, is currently resting on the shoreline between Bayview Beach and Diaz Beach in Mossel Bay. According to the Stranded Marine Animal Rescue Team (S.M.A.R.T.) Facebook page, he arrived this week. The Facebook post, uploaded on Wednesday, stated: 'We would like to inform the public that an adult elephant seal, named Bossie, is currently resting on the shoreline between Bayview Beach and Diaz Beach. 'S.M.A.R.T. was alerted to his arrival yesterday, and our team has been actively monitoring Bossie ever since to ensure he remains safe and undisturbed during his stay. 'Today, as a precaution, Bossie received his first rabies vaccination. This was done to help protect him from the rabies virus currently present in Cape fur seals near Seal Island, which is close to where Bossie has hauled out. 'We kindly urge all members of the public walking in the area to: Keep dogs on leashes at all times Avoid approaching or visiting the area where Bossie is resting 'Please help us protect this magnificent animal by giving him the space and quiet he needs. Your cooperation ensures his safety and well-being, and helps us continue our work in safeguarding our marine life. 'Thank you for your understanding and support!' Bossie's arrival follows hot on the heels (fins?) of Columbo who hauled out last week near Victoria Bay between George and Wilderness. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
