Baby Seal Caught In Plastic Strap

[@michellemathis8785]

I could watch you guys rescuing these animals all day! Thank you all for everything you do 🙏🏽❤️

[@roslyntchakedjian927]

Another Big Thank You Greetings from Sydney Australia 🇦🇺

[@Kendrod]

👏👏👏😍😍😍

[@carlavanherrewaarden6451]

It must be extra challenging to approach and catch a seal when your net is soaking wet. Thanks OCN, great teamwork!❤️🦭

[@bkm2797]

Another solid save of an innocent sea puppy, Thank you!🦭💕🙏🏻👍

[@hendriklurse6518]

Thank you my heroes for saving him ❤️ greetings to all 😊🙋🏼

[@luciebrisson5881]

Another double strap! Thank you Naude and Roman for saving her from a terrible fate.

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

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[@nicklager1666]

I enjoy how you try as best you can too not interfere with too many seals if you can help it. In and out quick not spook the group more than you have too. That is one of the many aspects of the work you do that i like.

[@7inrain]

Especially on those rocks. These are really dangerous if you are moving too fast over them, both for the guys and for the seals.

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

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[@newfiekiyaygaming2139]

You guys do a wonderful job!❤❤❤❤❤

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Thank you for your kind words! While we’re deeply committed to helping the seals, we know our work is just a small part of a much bigger battle.

[@suek.1507]

Thank you as always, team OCN. Another beautiful seal saved. ❤

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

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[@pippa3150]

Another great save. Love to you all, OCN!

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

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[@lyndseytester9226]

God bless you team x what a calm Seal and another one rescued from man's doings !! You go team !!!!xxxx

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

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[@just-a-crayon4]

A stinky, messy rescue, but still saved! Great job ❤

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

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[@helenemalenfant5435]

Another treacherous slimy slippery stinky rock rescue this time with team coordination. Love the easy removal of straps, especially when caught before they’ve done real damage. So much respect for your consideration and thoughtfulness in how you approach your rescue work. Merci! 🤍🩵🦭🩵🤍

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

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[@bonniehughes9549]

Wow the things you go through to make sure you give them help. Thanks, Naude and OCN for the great work you do. ❤❤❤❤❤

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

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[@RL-RL]

Nice clean cut/save. Great timing, and the seal is off without any damage! Thanks OCN!

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

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[@jovanblom7742]

There must be a special place in heaven for you guys...

[@Mcat7101]

Those conditions were hard and made worse by the seal poo. Thank you for saving the seal so thoughtfully❤

[@LiamWakefield]

Like grease on the slick rocks 😁

[@Mcat7101]

​@@LiamWakefieldHi. It doesn't bear thinking about.

[@KeePenne]

So many pups! A good save today. ❤

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

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[@nariu7times328]

The team really is a team, carefully strategizing to cause as little trouble for the seals as possible, while saving lives.

[@mikethetoolman8776]

seal team Namibia #1

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

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[@user-ip77z6rr4j]

❤❤❤❤❤thank you❤❤❤❤❤

[@amateurshooter6054]

Thanks Guys

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Thank you for your kind words! This is a skill we wish we never had to develop, but we are unfortunately very experienced by now.

[@MarionFeltham]

Wet rocks, fresh poo, difficult wet net, but still saved another life. Thank you OCN.

[@LiamWakefield]

All the ingredients for an OCN video 😅

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

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[@patbowers4180]

You and the others do great work ! Thank you!!!❤

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Thank you for your kind words! This is a skill we wish we never had to develop, but we are unfortunately very experienced by now.

[@Carol-wb9nd]

Its hard work on the rocks and a wet net is heavy but you saved her/him. Well done guys great job as always.

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

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[@ТатьянаСальникова-ь8в]

Вот и хорошо 👍 👍 👍 👍 спасибо большое за спасение ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@carolleighton4579]

He was soon free from the horrible packing straps, why they couldn't be cut before being thrown into the ocean is beyond me. Thankyou OCN. 🤗💝🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@mariagiakalis4615]

For the same reason that they were thrown into the ocean... dissociation from responsibility, dear one ❤

[@marydurham5976]

@@mariagiakalis4615 Actually Maria, I’ve read that the Fishermen consider the Seals their competition & have out right shot at them if they come near their Boats, Slinging those perfectly Neck Sized floating packaging straps, old or damaged nets over board, would be just another way to lessen their competition!!😓…. I also read that something about them having some type of Hunting Season for sport & to reduce their numbers!!??🤔… Can’t really remember the exact details, As it’s been awhile since I read it??🤔😓… But Seriously Sad, Sickening & Infuriating, I probably subconsciously tried to block it out!!😓🥺😢

[@Smiths_Chips]

I can't see why the strap.not only was cut up but why the imbociles didn't take their rubbish with them and dispose of it responsibly. It's not rocket science.

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

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[@nixda1395]

Thank you all so very much for your effort ❤

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Thank you for your kind words! While we’re deeply committed to helping the seals, we know our work is just a small part of a much bigger battle. Our rescues highlight the urgent need to address the root causes of ocean pollution-like our reliance on single-use plastics and the gaps in law enforcement and recycling efforts. By sharing these stories, we hope to inspire real change that goes beyond treating the symptoms and starts tackling the problem at its source.

[@Ariera_]

❤love what you guys do❤

[@zaz4667]

Awesome save!

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

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[@EllenSchneider-tn1pu]

What a challenging rescue- even the rocks were giving Naude sh-💩 Well done gentlemen! 🦭🌊💙

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

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[@edytam7059]

As always, quick and profesional rescu🥰

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

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[@Sgckn226]

Thank you for all your work!! Very important!!

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Thank you for your kind words! While we’re deeply committed to helping the seals, we know our work is just a small part of a much bigger battle.

[@ld9044]

❤❤❤ for the team

[@paulwyleciol3459]

❤❤❤❤❤ THANK YOU !!! ❤❤❤❤❤

[@j4v4x]

Another life saved from horrible human trash, thank you Team OCN!! 💙🖤🤍

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

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[@TH-hy9kr]

These rocky terrain areas look very dangerous. Stay safe guys! ❤

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

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[@elaborowiec3976]

Podziękowania❤🇵🇱👋👍🍀

[@rizkymonoarfa3456]

Thanks

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

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[@finscreenname]

Great work as always folks!! 👍👍

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[@antonipietkiewicz2962]

Best wishes 🤝😊

[@theheartland1861]

away you go little one, minus the plastic around your neck. the seal was very happy to join friends in the water. thank you for another great rescue👍👍

[@lindag4484]

You are all so good at what you do. 👍

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

LOTS of practice, patience, and combined luck. It also got easier over time with experience. Sadly, this is a skill we all wish we never had to develop.

[@DavidPerez-zs8im]

NYC one ❤️ O'course

[@renatefeller5208]

Danke 💖

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

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[@Lwah0812]

Ooof I couldn’t deal with the poop smell!

[@dayzey40]

Thank you for all you do..

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Thank you for your kind words! While we’re deeply committed to helping the seals, we know our work is just a small part of a much bigger battle.

[@marydurham5976]

Great Job As Always You Guys!!🙏🤗…. You Super Hero’s & Earth🌎Angel’s😇 Truly Make My Day!!!🙏🤗😘… Much Love, Respect, Admiration & Appreciation To You All, At…. #OceanConservationNamibia! 🙏💙🇺🇸🌎🙏💙🇺🇸🌎💙🙏

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

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[@shermarkle]

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[@mariacristinamarti1952]

Visto e acchiappato😮❤

[@lu.w.991]

Благодарю ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️👍👍👍🇩🇪

[@LightworkBeacon]

I am always amazed at how many people I see chose not to recycle, even when the bins are laid out for them. They just do not connect with how important being connected to our choices are. Humans talk about mindfulness like it is an optional practice. Our world needs us to take the time to rinse, break apart, and dispose of our refuse, in a truly responsible way. The bylaws are not a request to ignore.🌍🕊♻️

[@posnrg2u327]

Thank you team OCN for rescuing the seals from their garbage entanglements ❤

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Thank you for your kind words! While we’re deeply committed to helping the seals, we know our work is just a small part of a much bigger battle.

[@bettinamueller483]

😂 zu süss die Kleinen

[@steven.h0629]

❤Team OCN 👍😎✊

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

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[@bmwgary]

Smooth operators 🙌🦭🙏

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[@pcbacklash_3261]

It tickled me just how nonchalant the seal seemed to be about the whole process: "Okay. Looks like they caught me. I'll just chill here while they cut that nasty strap. What the heck, guys? My head's out, but I your net's still caught. Get with the program! That's better. Thanks. Bye, fellas." 🙂

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

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[@JavierPerez-th3ge]

❤❤❤ Uruguay 🇺🇾🤗🤗🤗

[@lucylee6982]

💗💗 Thank You OCN 💗💗

[@Nina-vc8mo]

Ми і не підозрюєм скільки петлів лески плаває в океані дякую вам за працю допомогу тюленям❤

[@Warteeinbisschen]

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[@haggielady]

Thanks guys.

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

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[@JeanMcLeister]

Another great save

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

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[@marcelob.5300]

Wow, that looked as the Himalayas 😀

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

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[@fernandamota6537]

Quando a bebê foca já com o pescoço ferido e preso é apanhada, e deve sentir que é chegado o seu fim, eis que afinal é libertada do jugo mortal que a atormenta! E vai feliz e veloz rumo à Vida 👏👏👏

[@JasakaD]

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[@vincentxavier1317]

GJ👍

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

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[@jefffromnorthdakota]

Great job guys

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Thank you for your kind words! This is a skill we wish we never had to develop, but we are unfortunately very experienced by now.

[@jaykb6587]

Lucky seal! Luckier guys catching seal...those rocks take ballerina training to avoid. ❤

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

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[@vivaldi1948]

Nothing like the smell of fresh poo first thing.

[@Mcat7101]

🤢

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

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[@TH-hy9kr]

It seems like there have been a lot more incidents with packing straps. Does this occur with cargo being lost overboard (accidentally and deliberately)?

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Plastic straps are used on longliners for bait boxes and factory trawlers to secure the catch in boxes.

[@williamdewit5432]

Off course you guys do a wonderful job. I still wonder why you guys do not: 'pet' these seals a little just before entanglement (instead of talking them calm). Just a little. You guys first crawl to them like a predator, then run/hunt them like a predator, then kidnap them with net and giving them a doctor visit without their consent as evil people do, and then these creatures may suddenly realise their fear of death was not appropiate but given a life back. I also think that 'petting them' a little might, sometimes, help for not needing that amount of force to keep them at place.

[@fannycraddock99]

Fresh poo but nothing stops Naude & Ramon. Thanks guys.

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

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[@debraernst3628]

I don’t know how you guys maneuver over those rocks. Looks like a prime location for a broken foot

[@yakncast7530]

👍🏼👍🏼🙏🏼

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

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[@helenhelps9619]

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[@MANUELGARCIA-q8r]

Goooooooood job

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

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[@thinking6307]

How about getting some GoPros, some wet suits, some snorkling/scuba gear..and diving down for film of what all this garbage is that keeps ensnaring these seals? Will that kind of footage step on some toes?

[@franceshorton918]

That's an excellent question. In all my years of following OCN I've never seen anyone ask specifically about that... There might be more involved of course, e.g divers swimming with seals at feeding time might be too disruptive or dangerous, and be banned. Here in New Zealand our marine mammals are protected and there is a limitation on how close humans can approach.

[@thinking6307]

@franceshorton918 "Of course" there is more involved. There are more than one elebrants

[@thinking6307]

..."elephants" in the "room" here.

[@thinking6307]

Yes..of course there are more than one "elephants" in the water, on the beach, on the channel..here.

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

We have no idea where this trash is.

[@mehdi7588]

👍👍👍🙏🙏🙏

[@lolamae3247]

What is “plastic leakage”?

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Plastic trash ending up in the ocean.

[@bettinamueller483]

können Seehunde nicht rückwärts laufen, so wie Haie nicht rückwärts schwimmen können..?

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Die Bullen können.

[@johnmcque4813]

Can't the net's be made of a material that doesn't absorb water? 😇😇😇😇

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Unfortunately, no.

[@yfarrell]

There have to be fisherman that are now aware of your work in the area so please, quit using our oceans as a garbage dump and cut the packing straps. It’s an easy fix to a massive problem. The volume is much too massive to just be items blowing off ships due to wind. The packing straps come directly from the fish packing plant. Please cut your straps. The rest of the problems are a bit harder to fix, but all of it comes back to fishing activity. OCN is showing us the problem so if you are in this industry please help. The oceans belong to the animals, we just borrow them.

[@Nimco-u3d]

🥰🥰🥰🥰🥕

[@lanapeterzon9055]

:)

[@gladysedgell2410]

Wonderful team work as usually. Thank you for getting that ugly necklace off. 💕🦭🌊🎄

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Thank you for your kind words! While we’re deeply committed to helping the seals, we know our work is just a small part of a much bigger battle.

[@louisemackay1016]

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[@lanapeterzon9055]

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