Fierce Seal Bull Rescued from Strangling Line

Antoine and Naude from Ocean Conservation Namibia (www.ocnamibia.org) started their morning with a bang! In the first group of Cape Fur Seals they were patrolling they came across a large male seal with a some thick fishing line trailing behind them. This male was the biggest one they have encountered in quite a while, and even though they could see a mark around his neck, the line was so tight that it pulled right into the skin and wasn't visible anymore.
They like to start their day with a few smaller "warm up" seals, but duty called and they had to attend. Naude managed to get him into the net, but he came in at a forward angle which meant they could access the zipper without rolling the seal onto his side. This task proved harder than it looked!
Once the animal was in position Naude had to dig deep and pull hard to get access to the lines to cut them. The lines looked brand new, and the entanglement was very fresh, so there was no cut let on the seal, luckily. The relief of the animal with each line cut was obvious, and also meant that he regained strength and tried to throw them off a few times. Soon as the last line was loose they reversed him out of the net and he ran off to the safety of the ocean. 🦭
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[@janicesmith2475]

*I can’t get enough of seal rescues!* The suspense of the chase, the drama of the capture, the intensity of the operation, and the beautiful sight of a rescued seal bounding joyfully into the ocean. 🦭

[@beverlystorey9732]

You took the words right out of my mouth!!

[@hayreddinbarbarossa661]

Some people run to stay fit. Others play sports. Others lift weights. What do you do? "Oh, I chase and wrestle seals." Love your work guys.

[@phoebejones2070]

'and. relieve them of their pain'.

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Thank you very much! We actually have to train quite hard to be able to rescue these guys!

[@SA-ju1zu]

Ocean Conservation Namibia yes, and on top of that you have to constantly assess the situation from every angle, solve problems, run, jump, communicate, and carry a GoPro in your mouth!😄

[@justaman1090]

It's good that you call them "guys". They are also mammals as we.

[@dl6741]

The guy with the man bun, is the Usain Bolt of Seal Island.

[@julietheodore3936]

The work you do to make their lives better. I am a disabled pensioner and you Brighten Up my Day. Thankyou for saving so many seals 🙏🙏🙏

[@AlexSmith-gr4hp]

There's that really nice sound of the seal breathing deeply after the line is cut. So satisfying.

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Absolutely!

[@nibblrrr7124]

5:29 Wow!

[@BloodfelX]

@@nibblrrr7124 I couldn't hear it then, just heard the rescuer breathing. Definitely heard a deep inhale just after 5:02 though!

[@daisycocoa2557]

nibblrrr ..going back thanks!

[@alwyn626]

I think that was the rescuer you heard. 😆

[@elenashlyk]

Парни, у вас за год выросло мастерство! Вы стали высокопрофессиональными специалистами. Есть большая разница в организации самого процесса спасения год назад и сейчас в 2022!!!!! Молодцы!!!

[@sa9861]

Wow, that was some save! Thank you. While you save the seals the rest of us can collect as much plastic rubbish as possible and help clean up our beaches. Every time you save a seal it’s a reminder of how much needs to be done everywhere around the world. Thank you for keeping us inspired. From Tasmania, Australia.

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Absolutely! Thank you!

[@stephaniekanoun4409]

Exactly! I've started packing lunches in reusable containers instead of plastic to try to reduce waste. We can each do our little part.

[@bforman1300]

Speaking as someone with recent experience with restricted breathing.... Bless you both!

[@lindac6032]

"We're here to help..." Thank you very much for all that you do! Especially this unusually intense workout!

[@gaylesmith1752]

Bless your kind hearts! I know the sprinting is good for you physically! I hope you somewhat satisfied at each days end! You’ve done very well. ❤️🙏🏼🇨🇦

[@tayet6875]

I cannot imagine the strength these animals possess. And you were so careful anyway. You are doing the good work!

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

We have to but honestly if the net breaks, we are in trouble. Thank you very much!

[@WhatAboutTheBee]

Filled with adrenaline and fear. That Bull is a seriously dangerous animal. Thank you for saving him!!!

[@ambert.3792]

@@OceanConservationNamibia how close are you to your 2nd net/repair goals?

[@andregregorysamuelgilles899]

Good Humanity And Respect To All Creature You Just Share, Guys. Congrats 😄❤👍

[@Dawnseeker2000]

Oh yeah, you know these animals are very strong

[@pammorrison88]

I tense up every time you are catching and freeing up the seals. I don’t relax until they are scampering to the ocean. When Naude was bitten, I just about jumped out of my skin! Keep up the good work guys!!

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

We will!

[@Felatelist]

Jumping outta yer jammies would be better!

[@juliemathias8107]

Dear wonderful men who save us , we wish so much to be able to thank you, to show you just how much our health and freedom are when you help us. Even tho we don’t speak the same language please know that when we struggle with you, sometimes accidentally bite you and grumble it’s because you have helped us and being free from the horrible string, plastic and nets makes us so happy we forget our manners. But please keep helping us, we appreciate every time one of us can swim and breathe without being strangled. Thank you from all of the beautiful fur babies.

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

🙂

[@yungjose3369]

Oh man, the stories this guys will tell to their grandchildren when they're older is going to be amazing.

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

🙂

[@CallieMasters5000]

I think this same thing for both the guys and the seals. They probably teach the little seals all about their big escapes from the traffic cone net.

[@lyndacarter5090]

yung jose tell? Shoot, they can show ‘em!

[@andrewfrost8422]

A dangerous but precious animal saved. Thank you guys, putting yourself at risk like that. 🙏

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Our pleasure!

[@ziabatsu4422]

One of the only channels that doesn't piss me off right now. Good work; at least all of humanity isn't crazy.

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Thank you very much!

[@nanushinthetube7065]

Every seal saved is a whole world saved for that seal. And for all us animal lovers. Thanks for the work you do.

[@dannyaguila2762]

Congrats on this super intense rescue!!! Thank you for helping the big baby 💙💙💙💙

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Our pleasure!

[@jaydee6414]

Such satisfying videos. Imagine the relief these poor, beautiful, creatures must feel when those scissors go *snip*. Fantastic. God bless all the guys doing this merciful job. 🙏🏻👏🏻👍🏻

[@DaveKraft1]

I know that you do this, and it makes the seals feel good. But I want you to know that I tune in every day because what you do makes ME feel good! It says there are good people in this world, like you, doing things because it's the right thing to do. Be well, heal up, keep on doing! -- DK in Chicago --

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Thank you very much!

[@magikdust2095]

I think it's so cute when they stand up in the net and it looks like they are just looking at you, covered in the net, with the small floppy part of the net just kinda hanging off their nose. Then they turn their head, like they are looking around. I think that's cute. I'm glad you helped him.

[@yourmomsaccount69]

Like a puppy under a blanket! 💙🦭

[@weatherwitchandfelinefamiliars]

"We're here to help" awww hearing you say that was just so damn lovely 💖 That was incredibly tight especially for such a new entanglement but thank goodness you got it. Thank you so much to both of you 💖💖

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

It really is our pleasure!

[@lakehuron7733]

It's because of your absolute dedication to saving these seals that you found him before the line even started to cut into him--Beyond brilliant!

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Thank you very much!

[@dedeone4753]

Maybe looking at the seals when they check each other if they are okay can be heart melting. Good work. Thank you. Love

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Our pleasure!

[@user-xd8bl8jx9e]

Вы суппер ... спасая этих прекрасных животных ...вы помогаете всем нам .....🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@LRBerry]

That took quite a lot of effort from you both. Great to see the seal run into the sea free from the line.

[@FlashyJackie1]

Congrats on thing 200K! Thanks for all the work you do saving the seals. I'm looking forward to the live q and a on Sunday 🇨🇦

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Yay! See you then!

[@scruffysmommy]

I look forward to seeing your videos every morning!! Be blessed you guys.....and thank you for ALL you do! 🙏 💕

[@brendatajik6150]

*INTENSE!* _I caught myself holding my breath a couple of times there..._ *Great job!*

[@canadianroxy]

Support them on Patreon guys, if you're able to! 👍 Wow, a big boy to start the day with! You could hear him take a deep breathe as soon as the first line was cut, can only imagine how great that must've felt!!

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Absolutely! This is why he let us finish the job without too much trouble.

[@tayet6875]

1:52 That is one angry traffic cone you got there!

[@mjrussell414]

Ta Yet Ha! Good one!

[@SunnyBloxOG]

🤣

[@canadianroxy]

Lol

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

That’s right!

[@frame7629]

Funny!😂

[@rickjason215]

After watching rescues of seals on other KZbin channels, I realize how remarkable these guys are. Whoever invented that net deserves a medal. Even with the net, few people would tackle such a large seal.

[@kathrynn8362]

What wonderful work you have chosen to do. 🇿🇦

[@nicklager1666]

you have to appreciate the pure strength a seal like that has. And remember that isnt a fully grown one. Kind of looks like my dog when he cant find his way out of a paper bag. What is this magic.

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Absolutely, they are incredibly strong.

[@faithreturns333]

@@OceanConservationNamibia So are you guys! ❤

[@PamelaACasey]

I'm so thankful for the work you do. You're all amazing 👏 ❤

[@prospero4183]

Its almost "we're gonna need a bigger net" time on that rescue, great work, love the working out how to hold it down part. Great work as always.

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Thank you very much!

[@gabrielasaldivia7923]

"Jaws" reference!!! Great!!!!

[@user-lf4qx7cp9j]

Благодарю за вашу работу!вы лучшие👍👍👍

[@judithmcbride4023]

GOD bless each and every one of you for the Truly amazing work that you do!! My heart sings every time you free one of these beautiful creatures !!❤️

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Thank you very much!

[@karikovacs3824]

After such a start of the day one doesn't need any coffee. The adrenalin will keep him running a week. Thank you!

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

We actually get very tired after such a rescue. Luckily, we did not find any other big daddy in distress afterwards, only pups.

[@karikovacs3824]

@@OceanConservationNamibia I was joking, I'm sure it is very consuming to rough and tumble with such a big wild animal. Especially after you experience first-hand how dangerous it can be. Much love to you guys!

[@marieslabbert6009]

😹😹😹

[@keeperw.s6327]

I've seen many videos of seal bulls, but this seal seems to be really strong. Thank you for rescue.

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Our pleasure!

[@monlynreu6687]

You guys are Great!!! Love♡from Minnesota - US

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Thank you very much!

[@GuavaMarshmellow]

I can hear how relieved he is! We all appreciate your work, as do many of the seals! Thank you to everyone :)

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Our pleasure!

[@cw460]

Thank you for all the hard work you do to rescue the seals!

[@sofidala9805]

Woww that seal was really very angry, it is understandable by the pressure on his neck, guys as always great job !! greetings from Mexico!!

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Thank you very much!

[@here2luv363]

What a way to start the day! You guys are so dedicated! Thanks from this lazy bones cheering you on from the comfort of my couch!👍🏻💕

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Yay!

[@owlson2527]

These always are the highlight of my day! Thank you boys for doing this work!

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Our pleasure!

[@patriciawilson1836]

When I hear that first big breath, it always makes me cry...happy tears.

[@gamtngirl3655]

That was a tough one! Bless his heart. And yours!

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Thank you very much!

[@jamesmarriott3667]

We love how Antonio talks to the seals , and we love the love that you do , take care and stay safe 👍👍🐬

[@Flowershark]

Very impressive gents! I was waiting for him to buck poor Tony off of him haha. I'm glad you didn't call him a puppy, cause I'm pretty sure it would have really pissed him off lol!

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

That’s right!

[@neesr13]

Stars of the Ocean Rodeo once again arise as Heroes. Well done gentlemen. I applaud you in your successes. Blessings on the entire team.

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Thank you very much!

[@mgt2010fla]

These seals are just like my dogs. Treat them great, protect their health, and NEVER get a THANK YOU! Great job! Be smart and stay safe!

[@JustMe-ks8qc]

My son asked me what the seals would be saying if they could speak. I figure it's mostly swearing.

[@Felatelist]

Actually they're pretty vocal. Just that we don't understand their lingo. They're saying "Last one in is a wuss!"

[@NovaLand]

I wonder if neural networks one day can manage to translate [insert favorite animal here] speak to e.g. english?

[@JustMe-ks8qc]

@@NovaLand How fantastic would it be to understand dogs?! Although "It's OK puppy" and a back rub is universal and interspecies.

[@gordbaker896]

"I can't Breathe"

[@faithreturns333]

One Day in heaven, those beautiful animals will be able to say thank you to those who helped them breathe and live better

[@sergiosaunier]

That was intense! Great job as usual guys, well deserved congratulations!

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Thank you very much!

[@danielleconstantine3789]

Seal bulls hard work.another success from front line 👍👍👍Thankyou for sharing your passion

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Our pleasure!

[@sureshkumar.R]

Great people with out any expectations. Saving the world. Thank you for your time and health in saving these animals life.

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Our pleasure!

[@katushechnik]

Очень сильный моржик попался. Спасибо что спасли его. Вы большие молодцы!

[@t00by00zer]

I'm out of breath just watching. Amazing guys

[@grantwriter7777]

Congratulations!! That Bull was vastly bigger than either of you, yet you didn't give up on him!! GREAT save!! Enormous courage!

[@nathanbutler9821]

I can only say thank you you guys do a wonderful beautiful job on helping these animals keep up the good work guys

[@coachken6130]

I love how these videos come out everyday. I don't think there's another channel doing the volume of work that you are doing. There's a lot of talk out there. You guys take action👍🏾

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

More to come, unfortunately...

[@RennieAsh]

Ocean Conservation Namibia or fortunately, in the case of the seals. The ones on this beach are lucky to be saved :)

[@stephaniekanoun4409]

@@RennieAsh I think they mean unfortunately in the sense that seals are still being entangled by waste. We can't all wrestle seals, but we can all pick up the trash we see around. And if you live near a beach, consider beach clean ups! 🙂

[@RennieAsh]

@@stephaniekanoun4409 I know lol it's one of those things that's both fortunate and unfortunate :)

[@liznavarrete5282]

You guys have the best view from your "office". I'm so envious. Keep up the good work! Hugs from Costa Rica

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

We will!

[@balasubramaniankrishnamurt5872]

Very difficult customer and very difficult entanglement. Fantastic job done 👍

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Thank you very much!

[@inspiredwon2670]

"Intense" is right! Wow! That bull will be glad he went through that. 👍🏻👍🏻

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

🙂

[@naturepetsandfamily833]

I was watching this unfold and pushing down on my computer desk at the same time, I guess I was trying to help. 😂

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

We felt that!

[@infojaviernova]

Wow! Very big :D Thank you :)

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Indeed! Our pleasure!

[@johnparrish9215]

Strong, Fast, Brave, Dedicated, those are a few of the words I would use to describe you guys.

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Thank you very much!

[@sharronhelms3660]

WATCHING, WAITING, WAITING, WAITING, THERE IT IS, THE SOUND WE ALL WANT TO HEAR,THE SOUND OF BREATHING THANKS AGAIN GUYS.THE SEAL THANKS YOU TOO😉🙏🇺🇸

[@catcatang7943]

"careful. his mouth is open in the net." Yes it was intense. the line seems quite tight. Good morning 😊

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

🙂

[@RennieAsh]

You could see the teeth sticking out of it lol

[@catcatang7943]

@@RennieAsh thats right. intense

[@IsThisAvailable550]

That was a bit of a full-on morning workout....

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Yep! Full body!

[@marilizaandallo2683]

The struggle is real and intense. Thank you for being patient and gentle even though he was fierce.

[@IthliaH]

After watching this with me my husband was happy to report that no Naudes were harmed during the filming of this video

[@user-gv7lp7pb1z]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@user-gv7lp7pb1z]

Your husband is having nice sense of Humour. And the credit goes to... .... ... .. . Susan 🎉🎊🎈

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Hahaha!

[@3113victoria]

I’ve been waiting all dayyyy 🤩 Edit: it always brings me comfort watching your videos and knowing that even just a few seals are happier :)

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Glad we can help!

[@mantailuaa]

Man, those big ones are powerhouses! Good job again ❤️

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Absolutely! Thank you very much!

[@minischrauber2695]

This was a strong one. Balls of Steel. Thank you!

[@Norikoavalon96]

Thank you for saving him.

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Our pleasure!

[@davidbradshaw1582]

That was a brilliant rescue. He was huge ☝️👍🏾

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Indeed. Thank you very much!

[@MikeVieira]

Who needs coffee when you can battle a bull like that in the morning!

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

🙂

[@daisycocoa2557]

Best rescue channel on Utube right now

[@SW-fu8tr]

THANK YOU GUYS FOR ALL YOU DO SUCH A SHAME WITH ALL THE TRASH IN OUR OCEANS WE CAN DO BETTER!

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Absolutely!

[@mjrussell414]

Oh, he’s having none of that.

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

That’s right!

[@earthkeepr7591]

I am really happy to support these folks doing remarkable work. I know the money goes directly to the people doing the work. I can’t be there to help, but a donation to support it is simple and critical

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Thank you so much, Terry!

[@jamesryan5181]

That's about the biggest boy I've ever seen you do. Nice work.

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

We rescued bigger 😳

[@chicagomade3198]

You guys are smart with the planning on how to save the seal! He looks and seems strong! Great work Gents!

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

He was insanely strong indeed.

[@glennshark4487]

Work it boys, WORK IT!! Y'all are awesome, that was some tough work.

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Indeed. Thank you very much!

[@rudolphleroux47]

Every time you guys tackle a seal bull it looks like you are scrumming for the touch line!!😂

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

That’s right!

[@sergenbostan116]

Man, that breathing means lots of effort. You guys are good at this. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Thank you very much!

[@chrise.321]

Amazing work! That was really intense to watch, let alone experience.

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Thank you very much!

[@user-si9og9xc2p]

КАКИЕ ЖЕ ВЫ БЫСТРЫЕ И ЛОВКИЕ, КАК ЧЁТКО ЛОВИТЕ ТЮЛЕНЕЙ, МОЛОДЦЫ, МОСКВА, С ВАМИ

[@janeencalaway1862]

What a magnificent creature. Good on you for getting back out there and saving those precious lives.

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Thank you very much!

[@Felatelist]

Do they send postcards from the Bahamas later wishing you were there?

[@jp02511]

There is a place in Heaven, a beautifull place, where God make a special place for Gardeners of Eden, those Defenders of the Creation. That place is waiting for you guys, at the end of a beautiful, long, happy and productive lifes, like every man want to have. Thanks for your work, thanks for give us hope on the humanity. Freedom is defined like the posibility of do our duty. You guys are free like no others... God bless you.

[@explodeyhead]

The seal's open mouth in the net looks like the world's most dangerous sock puppet

[@roxiemorrell5145]

INTENSE!!! I stopped breathing while I was watching this! What away to start your day. Super heroes💙

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Thank you very much!

[@SunnyBloxOG]

👍👋Don't forget to WATCH ALL THE ADS! This helps our favorite Seal rescue team! 😁💖

[@hayreddinbarbarossa661]

How? They still get monetized just for having them on there.

[@SunnyBloxOG]

Hayreddin Barbarossa Awesome!

[@Arcsecant]

Except the ones you don't like so that the KZbin algorithms can figure out what's best for you.

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Thanks, guys!

[@WhatAboutTheBee]

Thank you Imminent Sunrise! Good job!!

[@grottorabbit]

Nothing says Good Morning like wrestling a sea Heifer at sunrise! Another excellent save, #OceanAngels!

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Thank you very much!

[@carguy4658]

THAT, is not a puppy! That is a big Doggie! Great Job as usual team!

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Indeed! Thank you very much!

[@dongriffith3677]

That was a tough one. THANKS AGAIN!

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

It was! Our pleasure!

[@wolraadtwoltemade1963]

That was a tough one! Well done guys

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

It was! Thank you very much!

[@vallaeiasprings9870]

and my heart prays for your success deeply...blessings guys

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Thank you very much!

[@gabrielasaldivia7923]

If Tony runs against Usain Bolt someday, my money is on him!!! And it will never cease to amaze me how you are able to call "Baby" a big male bull seal of a couple hundred pounds!!! LMAO!!! Great job, guys!!! (Two ads in this video!!! Hope it helps. I really wish I could donate, but I'm practically broke!!!)

[@jakken666]

what a fighter ^^ amazing job as always guys

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Indeed. Thank you very much!