Baby Seal’s Head Nearly Cut Off By Rope

While patrolling Pelican Point, the rescue team found a baby seal gravely injured by a rope entanglement. The rope had cut deeply into the seal's flesh, causing severe wounds and immense pain. The damage was clearly visible, but there is hope that the saltwater may aid in the seal's recovery from this devastating ordeal. We will keep an eye out for him to monitor his recovery. We will recognise him easily until the wound and scar have fully healed up.
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[@suzyking9973]

What a amazing job you do .well done team !!!

[@superdouge]

WoW, what an amazing set of rescues... Great Job Team...

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[@lilihsu6561]

😢 and thanks to OCN!❤

[@ld9044]

❤❤❤ for the team ❤❤❤

[@Fiftynine414]

Poor darling - thank you for saving his life

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[@3isactuallyalot]

Oh god, this one was terrible..😭😭 Thank you so much!! ❤❤❤

[@HazelLogan-w2h]

Thanks to OCN they have saved these seals from a slow agonising death. Thank you for your fantastic work. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@jeannejett2299]

Thank you is never enough for all the lives you save. Many thanks OCN! 🦭❤

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[@colleeneggertson2117]

There is hope now for these several pups. Heart-rending.

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[@theheartland1861]

the poor little seal with that terrible injury. thank you so much for rescuing that poor baby when you did. i don't think that poor little seal had long to go, before that rope would have ended their life. after the rope was removed, the little seal wanted to be with his new heroes, and thank them for saving his life. i hope the seal gets all better real soon, and grows to be big and strong. thank you also for removing the hook from the other seal, as well as removing straps and line from the others you all caught👍👍

[@steven.h0629]

❤Team OCN! 👍😎✊ group of needy seals, that nearly decapitation looked like it had given up hope 😔

[@Nina-vc8mo]

Приємно правда не дихаючи було спостерігати за вашею працею допомоги котикам а цей що вернувся сидів біля вас відчув що ви творите добро і дякую витягли того крючка як таке плаває в океані? ми мабуть і не підозрюєм що там може плавати😮 дякую вам ❤

[@HeidiHowell-e4k]

Thank you for doing this wonderful act of kindness to these poor animals! ❤️❤️❤️

[@вера-ч6д9х]

апотом маленьких тюленят забьют на мех а больших на корм скотине

[@madhavoc1]

This was definitely one of the harder ones to watch .. God Bless lads .

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[@hendriklurse6518]

Thank you my heroes for saving him ❤️ I hope he recovers from the bad injury 😢 greetings to all 😊🙋🏼

[@g.e.fourie5672]

OMG!! That looked terrible. I hope the pup will make it!

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

We cannot guarantee his survival, but Cape fur seals thrive in their natural habitat, away from humans, and seawater acts as a very efficient wound cleaner. Thus far, we have never encountered a dead fur seal with the scar of a previous entanglement. It might unfortunately happen, but we believe our success rate is very high.

[@jesterday2222]

Those poor sweet babies :( Thank you so much for giving them a chance.

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[@bkm2797]

So sad to see such a horrific injury, really hope that sea puppy makes it! Lots of saves today Team OCN, thank you for making the world a better place.🦭🦭🦭🦭💕👍

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[@eegarim]

Just Antoine’s reaction when he saw that disfigured baby brought tears to my eyes.😢 Bless you for everything you do.❤

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[@EllenSchneider-tn1pu]

Some really rough and potentially rough rescues on this day. Tony’s poor patient seemed to want to stay with the team that released him from his horrific pain. Well done gentlemen! 🦭🌊💙

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[@gstockwell5315]

These pups get so confused. Freedom from pain, your loving touches, suddenly they are looking for the water and they hesitate ❤❤❤❤❤ blessings to all.

[@Joseesit]

The worst I’ve seen yet! 😢 so grateful for the help and relief you give them THANK YOU for all you do!!❤

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[@suehoward5457]

You are all,wonderful very dedicated people, wish the work you do was more appreciated , by the powers that be.

[@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.

[@suehoward5457]

@ are you the only group doing this kind of work. I agree that until country’s do something drastic about this situation nothing will change except get worse.

[@emm1756]

It’s rare to see Tony so horrified. Their job is often very distressing. Thanks guys for having the strength to do what you do.

[@waffles3629]

Yep. If Tony is horrified it's BAD.

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[@carolleighton4579]

The puppies were all in urgent need of help, one almost decapitated, must have picked it up when a baby , the one with the hook in its face, so sad to see, hopefully they will all survive. Thankyou OCN. 🤗💝🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@TH-hy9kr]

Thank you OCN. What a horrific experience for that seal. Thank you for saving. i hope it can heal.

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[@Milllusos]

Thank you for helping that little guy or gal.... your job is so important....

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[@marciadavid911]

Thank you for this beatle for save those pups seal.❤❤❤❤❤

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[@helenemalenfant5435]

Just in tears. Those last 2 were tough to witness. I can only Imagine how much harder it must be to actually witness firsthand and try to help these injuries Thank you to all of OCN for your amazing work. ❤❤❤

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[@gloriasantos]

Ele voltou para agradecer que lindo😅❤❤😅

[@Justtimepaisa]

Your energy is remarkable . Hats off to all of you OCN TEAM

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[@anneduigan4933]

The things you have to deal with! Glad you are not squeamish! What wonderful people you are - thanks for the caring work you do.

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[@judiskalet964]

I Do Not Have Words Thank You To The Team ❤❤❤

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[@Mossbeehave]

These puppy seals are so brave to go through this pain!! More healing ! Blessings to the rescuers!

[@debliddington4187]

It was like he just wanted to hang around and make sure you knew how much he appreciated what you'd done for him.❤

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[@patbowers4180]

God bless you for how you help!

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Thank you for your support.

[@hond654]

Terrible injuries, terrific saves!

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[@nicklager1666]

Its remarkable that the pup Tony netted is even alive with an entagnlement like that. But it also show us how quick the strings carve through skin and flesh. We can only hope it wasnt too late. Also Dylan has grown into such a good team mate.

[@I-talk-about-tough-topics]

I was not sure that I wanted to watch this, at first. But I need to be sure that this seal has enough spunk left and is "bright" enough and has enough room for healing left. 💔

[@missnaomi613]

I've been watching these videos for about 3 years now. I remember a couple that were this bad, but they were quite a while ago.

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[@coletteiavicoli1415]

Je vous suis depuis le début, je suis admirative de votre énergie sans faille. Je sais aussi que quelques -uns parmi vous avez quelques problèmes de santé dûe à cette activité. Prenez soins de vous vous êtes précieux. Je vous envoie de bonnes ondes et je vous aime pour ce que vous êtes et pour ce que vous faites.MERCI OCN ❤️🦭🦭🦭❤️🌊🐋🐳

[@Corvidae65]

God bless Tony and the OCN Team. I am continually humbled by your work and mission.

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

We appreciate the support!

[@marieke3032]

How did Antoine not cuss all the way through the find and the netting of this poor, poor pup 😢 My stomach turned, and my heart just broke. Still, this needs to be shown. Thank you, team, for finding the strength and the love to do this gruesome day's work 🌊🦭✂️🌍💙 edit - typo

[@jimtulio8413]

Oh my goodness... So sad to see, but so glad you guys were there. You continue doing the Lord's work. Thank you. ❤

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[@gstockwell5315]

Ohmy, words fail...except thank you for hopefully saving that pup's life. What a mess this planet is dealing and trying to survive. Every time I watch these videos I think of the sea turtles that get caught up in this garbage. You are all amazing. I couldn't rundown my own soul that fast to save it, yet 34 40 rescues in a short period of time. ..amazing

[@amateurshooter6054]

Thanks Guys

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[@thechickincharge1073]

😭😭😭OH MY GOD! That was nothing short of torture for that pup! It may hurt and heal oddly but you guys saved its life!!

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[@soniapontes4089]

Poor babies! Thanks OCN!

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[@sandrapelkie4520]

That was a bad day. Thank you for all you do❤❤❤❤

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[@dee_dee_place]

You guys do such important work helping those who can't help themselves. You must sleep so well at night. I smile ear to ear seeing your children becoming part of your efforts knowing they will carry on your torch.

[@fionamcwilliam8703]

Tony your puppy needed more of your kind words and that scratch on its head just so it can cope with being free! The poor wee thing! And getting rid of that hook! Ouch! Though both seals seemed to know you were helping them.

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[@suek.1507]

Thank you, team OCN, now they have a chance. ❤

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[@lindawatson8087]

Poor baby, thanks for saving them.

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[@cynthusinfinite]

Too many entangled babes in that herd. Too many. Deeply disturbing and it's an old ongoing story. Need more protection NOW. Poor babies.

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[@mohancm4301]

Thankyou for all team members ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@jakycaceres124]

Primeramente agradezco a Dios por aver personas como uds que cada día están dando una mejor vida a estos animalitos 🙏❤️ desde Chile muchas bendiciones para todos ustedes 🙏

[@patriot4usa]

Boy, that video made me cry. Those poor pups. Thank you, guys, for saving them.

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[@JohnDoe-ki6fm]

I was about to type out that it makes me feel like I want to cry, but then... I did.

[@Jennifer-1010]

Many thank you'sssss Tony for catching that poor baby you really saved him hope he heals well my ❤ heart goes out to you for all you are doing and for caring 😇🫶⭐🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿👏

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[@scorcherboy2024]

Thank you Team OCN for your kindness and dedication🤗

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[@poppydaiz]

Poor babies! I hope they all heal well especially the baby seal! Thanks for all you do to help them!❤

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[@haggielady]

Thanks guys. Toni, I think that baby will be okay, you were just in time.

[@hendriklurse6518]

Hi Lesley 😊 wishing you a nice Sunday 😊

[@haggielady]

@hendriklurse6518 you too Hendrik.

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[@alexacharney]

Aww he's saying thank you.

[@kaedavison-pm6fi]

May God bless you guys a thousand times a day 🙏❤️

[@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.

[@renatefeller5208]

Danke 💖

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[@wendyh3891]

Oh my goodness me that was so deep! Thank you OCN 💜💚💜💛🩵❤️💙💙🇿🇦🐾😻🐾

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[@DJRudyNaves]

Obrigado por socorrer esses animais, corta o coração ver animais tão jovens mutilados pela irresponsabilidade humana 😢 A nossa existência jamais deveria comprometer a existência de outras espécies 😢

[@margarethill1071]

Thank you all as always 🙏 ❤

[@paquilo99]

👍🏻🇪🇸🙋🏻‍♀️💙🧒🏻🦭🦭🦭 Muchas gracias por vuestro trabajo!

[@michaellawson6533]

Blessings to all of you. You make a massive exponential difference on the long run.

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[@marginmaster2024]

What a moment so emotional to see the puppy come back to thank them all absolutely amazing work thankyou❤️❤️❤️

[@ТатьянаСальникова-ь8в]

Дай боже, чтобы их тяжёлые раны скорее затянулись❤❤❤❤❤❤❤спасибо вам большое за спасение

[@duketta]

Amen 🙏💓🙏

[@erikadr5710]

Eure Arbeit ist unbezahlbar❤

[@isabellebaudin5240]

Poor puppies ! Their suffering is so unfair and all this because of us, humans.🤬. Thank you so much for helping them with compassion and gentleness ❤.

[@leannevitale3228]

That just makes me cry, I hope the little chap recovers. You will always know him or her. Thank you so very much.

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[@trishgilbert6342]

Oh that poor baby! He didn't want to leave because he was so hungry and weak 🦭😭. Broke my heart! Praying after a healing swim he finds his mum for much needed milk bar!

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[@donnaezell2161]

Wow - never the goodness and necessity of OCN's quest. Thank you, OCN ❤

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Thank you for your support.

[@Mcat7101]

Oh, that third seal was in desperate trouble😢. He was a bit disorientated afterwards as if he realised on some level that he had been helped - perhaps it was just a little less painful? Poor seal number four must have already been struggling too, but none of them had good prospects. Thank you OCN ❤

[@LiamWakefield]

All have better ones now. ❤

[@amandamariemuise]

I don’t know what to say today. Those last two were heartbreaking.

[@yamnjam]

I'm so glad they're out there helping. Without them, these seals would have zero chance.

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[@Betsy-R]

@@OceanConservationNamibiathank you for getting them out of such miserable situations. 😢those were especially awful. God bless you!❤❤❤

[@christyliebel9500]

Heartbreaking. Tony scratching the head of baby after saving his life. No wonder the baby wanted to stick around. Most likely wanted more head scratching. Tony's magic touch.

[@princesshonah]

My thoughts exactly! I know the pups do it with all the guys, but the amount that stick around when Tony is there? They just want the head scratching and pets. But I believe it was Naude(?) that had a pup actually “hugging” his hand. But I think that was a few years ago?

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[@marykuga4589]

@@princesshonahit was Naude that the flippers looked like the seal was hugging him.

[@cindih243]

Oh you guys are such hero's, REAL hero's ! thank you SO MUCH for saving these poor beautiful animals.😍

[@AmericanPatriot-1776]

This was full of intense rescues. I'm shaking.

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[@TacoSallust]

Horrific entanglements this video. Antoine's little guy was definitely one of the worst injuries I've seen on a seal.

[@Stellabutterfly2326]

Thank the Lord! Thank you guys!! My head is really heavy and really cry! Those human crab is killing the wild world animals!! I hope I’ll be there one day to join you guys! I’m living in the Midwest US. But one day will be coming! You guys stay safe and healthy! God bless!

[@karenmontoyapaints-n-craft8894]

It’s like the pup wants to thank,them for saving his life.

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[@tulinozer6081]

Ah küçük bebeğim umarım iyisindir teşekkürler OCN

[@MarionFeltham]

This one was hard to watch - those poor pups - couldn't help but cry for them. If II'd been there the bleep machine would have broken!! Thank you gorgeous humans for all you do.

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[@nariu7times328]

Thank you again for the work you do. I appreciate that the team remembers how important it is the pup return to the water and to his herd right away. Despite this rescue he must keep his fear of humans and stay away from them. I do hope we will catch glimpses of his recovery.

[@Mary-fc8vc]

That poor sweet baby seal. You gave it the opportunity for a long and happy life. And now he can breathe and eat so much better. He almost didn't want to leave his rescuers. He was saying thank you.

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[@moondog4313]

This breaks my heart 😢😢 💔 💔 💔

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[@rizkymonoarfa3456]

Thanks

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[@marigeobrien]

That poor little pup! He was probably just disoriented after being relieved of his burden, but he seemed to want to stay with the team once they had helped him. As if, maybe these beings will take care of me...? But he must go and, hopefully, recover. Such pain for one so young.

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[@elaborowiec3976]

Dziękujemy bardzo za Wasz trud i miłość dla potrzebujących zwierząt❤🇵🇱👍🍀👋

[@moinalettice3265]

OMG. So much suffering for a pup! Thank you for saving his life!

[@scubaguy5389]

seen this before. unreal how they are still alive

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[@jillsheppard7341]

Bless u so much 4 all u do. Its very sad to see. But much better the animals are going 2 be better . Thank u xxxx

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[@michaelbondick575]

🕊🙏🏼🕊 All of you who make a difference 🕊🙏🏼🕊

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[@amlo7179]

Merci pour tout ce que vous faites !

[@alexandermacgillivray598]

Thanks for all your hard,and caring work.

[@thuyphanthi2641]

Tội nghiệp quá! Xin cảm ơn đã cứu giúp! 🙏❤️

[@jamiegallier2106]

💙💙💙💙💙💙💙 Thank you OCN, for all you do- but especially these tough ones.

[@marionanthony1530]

Antoine after all the rescues that OCN has preformed the reaction to your capture was heart breaking. I think the Pup was in shock after being rescued. Hoping team OCN will spot this pup again.

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[@cghrios783]

That baby just wanted to say thank you. Please let him say he’s ok now. Thank you may God bless you for saving these babies. So many of them so many.

[@giampaolomannelli9938]

Grazie per quello che fate.