Biggest Seal Rescued Destroys Net!

Watch what unexpected challenges the OCN team face as they attempt to catch and free their biggest seal to date! 🦭
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[@jeffstreeter2682]

I would buy a “calm down Brutus” shirt featuring Brutus. Bet others will too to raise money for a new net.

[@sweetdaisy9918]

Great idea!!!

[@SunnyBloxOG]

Omg yes! 😆

[@rkprashar9885]

Brutus 😀😀...You too ...😀

[@1crzflyer]

same here...

[@craftypam9992]

I'm 5th in the queue!

[@vickymarinou6271]

That's the very first time that I was able to see which seal you were chasing from a distance.. It was monstrous

[@emm1756]

Yep same! I saw the huge silhouette in the distance and I was thinking “omg that’s him isn’t it... geezus!!!”

[@deafahrenbruch1055]

But what a beautiful big boy😊 Wally is probably the only man who's ever been bucked off a seal's back; way to have a unique resume, Wally😂 And fantastic job, guys.

[@lorraineroberge5793]

Yep..that boy was soo big...no trouble shooting him from among all the specks!.... And so strong! Yikes!!!😝

[@deafahrenbruch1055]

@@lorraineroberge5793 I still get a chuckle out of: "Let's frighten him so he backs up out of the net." (They clap their hands.) "I don't think he's very frightened." (Brutus stays in position and looks down his nose at them.)🤗😂

[@vickymarinou6271]

@@deafahrenbruch1055 HAHAHAHAHAHA.. That was hilarious

[@azalia1962]

This boy was huge! And he was so proud of himself. He was not scared - kept fighting. Magnificent animal! So great that you helped him! You, men, are real godsent heroes.

[@loripowell5088]

Yes they are. Heros

[@donnae9566]

I can't stop watching these, you're so utterly incredible, I am in awe!

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@susanwestwood3718]

Me too

[@rishabhsingh2745]

@@susanwestwood3718 +1

[@Variant1on1]

Lol I’m addicted to these videos.

[@nitropuptowns7610]

Totally agree

[@tuffgirl922]

Nets are more easily replaceable than are breeding males. You all did a MASSIVELY great thing here! Mad props to you all, Brutus is one big boy, to say the least!💪🏻🏆

[@RennieAsh]

Naude : we both run towards him, make him scared and he will reverse Seal : there was an attempt

[@forefatherofmankind3305]

Reverse uno

[@LisaKate2010]

IMO, the seal was thinking, "Scared, of *what*?!"

[@trishbluedorn1806]

PLEASE DONATE to this ALL VOLUNTEER TEAM saving seals from dying cruel, painful DEATH because humans are destroying the health of the oceans and all inhabitants. Please HELP!

[@QueenofSnarks]

I love that you guys think more of the seal than you do of your equipment. I really hope we can raise enough to get you a new net asap Edit: I wrote this when you just did a small incision to cut the strap on the seal. Now I'm watching you try to get him out! We're gonna need a bigger net!

[@effiemonterio2865]

Hii

[@AwakenEmile]

I'm almost positive you caught a walrus instead 😆 That's one massive boi

[@not2tees]

There is no Ocean Walrus Conservation Namibia, at this point in time, at least!

[@patpierce4854]

Walrus, indeed!🤣🤣🤣

[@moviesignsol]

It looked Kevin Bacon and company trying to catch a Graboid from Tremors. lol

[@bari2883]

I laughed when he popped his head out the front. Destroyed that net.

[@DuckyMapping]

He was way to big for a male

[@fourleafclover2064]

That seal is an absolute UNIT, you guys are hard core

[@cayennenaturetrails8953]

LoL!!!! They are GREAT!!!!!!!1 :)

[@petkatch9257]

When I'm in a bad mood😞 - I turn on watch your wonderful rescue seals videos. Almost instantly, - my spirit changes for the better😲. God - bless your efforts, guys!

[@fishyfishy100]

When I watch these videos I always think "wow you have amazing eyesight!" especially for the pups

[@krisaaron5771]

That seal spit a large adult man off his back like he weighed nothing! Those sea-doggos are STRONG!! And the teeth don't make helping them any easier.

[@hellosunshine9915]

Like a cowboy 🤠

[@xianseah4847]

Watch the Olympic Games and you will know how buff swimmers are. The seal is almost human sized.

[@scaredycat8478]

That's a big boi, but probably if Tony would be there, he still would call him a puppy 😊

[@buddyfisher4095]

Yes, he probably would….just a puppy 🤣

[@Vilexxica]

ASAP - All Seals Are Puppy 😂

[@susansantos1010]

Puppee

[@rashidzamanps3506]

🤣🤣🤣🤣😂😂😂

[@waffles3629]

Sea puppies are all puppies

[@user-yh2yy8qj6k]

Ребята, вы делаете огромное полезное дело, рискуя собой, вы молодцы!! Спасибо вам за спасенышей! ❤❤❤

[@pinkcat5011]

It's so brave of you guys to approach such huge seals without a tranquilizer ❤️🔥

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Thank you so much for watching! A tranquilizer could be fatal if the seal made it into the water before we could get to him.

[@cventura9048]

"Calm down Brutus" Good job Guys!

[@dvet91]

Now THAT is an entanglement I hadn't anticipated. "Calm down, Brutus" is my new favorite saying. LOL Great job, guys! Sorry for the sacrifice and thank you for all you do.

[@bachmeiernadja6060]

Очень переживала за ребят, справиться с таким огромным животным, это непостижимый труд.

[@user-xk2qx2vo1d]

таких слонов надо транквилизатором успокаивать

[@user-in2co7bk9s]

Спасатели молодцы! Знают свою работу!

[@deanie3246]

Almost half a million subscribers... maybe if we could give you a dollar each.... I’m so proud that your team and their commitment to life have saved so many seals from needless pain and suffering. Your family and team are astounding. Thank you so much. 🐨🦘☀️🌊

[@marieslabbert6009]

You guys deserve 5 new nets for what you do for the seals each day! 💙💙💙

[@nicklager1666]

i think i will just write the vid speaks for itself. You guys are insane. I mean that in a good way.

[@usmanmanni786]

Lol that rocks I gotta see how they instigate a big seal into braking a net.

[@sharonott7513]

This rescue was so exciting, I had to watch it twice and share it on fb. That was the biggest seal I ever saw.

[@lisamcdonald9097]

I agree 😊👍, I watched it again LoL, This was a good test for the new nets but definitely need to be strengthened for lunge power and weight😂🤣. Great job as usual OCN Team 👏💙

[@karensimons9260]

I love how you work as a team, carefully considering how to safely get that huge muscular boy out of the net! Clearly, no option but to cut net. God bless you all. Thousands of seals rescued from miserable death! Clearly you are all angels😇!❤️

[@mirnadomingueznieto4120]

BRAVOOOOO por mis Valientes rescatistas.

[@hendriklurse6518]

RIP black net 😢 thank you for saving this huge seal bull ❤️ I wish you all a nice weekend 😊

[@TheFelifa]

that was also my first thought ... 😕 but what do you not do for brutus ... 😊🙋🏼‍♀️

[@hendriklurse6518]

@@TheFelifa Brutus ist gerettet, das ist am wichtigsten 😊🙋🏻

[@TheFelifa]

@@hendriklurse6518 da gebe ich dir absolut recht... der kescher kann ersetzt werden... 😀🙋🏼‍♀️

[@clwbchbabycakes]

It can probably be repaired. At least let's hope it can.

[@dcbradfo657]

A donation to the cause would help them buy a new net. Just saying

[@donc4099]

Mad respect for you guys pushing the limits like this.

[@deborabee1377]

He totally destroyed that net!! But good job guys!! Amazing work you are doing!!💕

[@anomalyp8584]

The teamwork is impressive, securing the knife and other tools immediately, telling teammate to go off when the thrashing gets dangerous, thinking and communicating how to solve a new problem. Making the cut in reverse order,... All those details just show off how well these guys work together and how smart they are in team

[@himhim3344]

Once Brutus had his head out of the net he was like: "Ok, who wants to be first?" 😂😂

[@CallieMasters5000]

Big Daddy was ready and able to put a real smackdown on all of you! Don't cry over the net, because animal and human life are way more important! You did good work here.

[@pabbischannel8812]

I agree but the problem is that with a destroyed net, they are unable to save more seals until it is replaced. There needs to be some other solution for the big seals it seems.

[@apj341]

@@pabbischannel8812 They have a long pole with a sharpened U hook that they've used before. Don't know where it was this time. The downside is basically one or two quick chances at hooking in, works best when the big seal is asleep.

[@himhim3344]

@@apj341 I think he was too close to the water for the hook pole. They usually use it when the seal is sleepy and they can sneak up on it

[@raine4800]

@@pabbischannel8812 Naude said, This is why we have three nets. So not their only just the newest.

[@pabbischannel8812]

@@apj341 I was thinking of something like that actually. Something like a Mancatcher. I wonder how effective it is

[@barbll000]

You are an amazing group of heroes. Your dedication to go back day after day is so very much appreciated. You are making a difference and saving many lives. Thank you.

[@diannayoga]

So glad that big guy was able to be rescued!!! Wow you guys did great!!

[@carpii]

that was a tense standoff when the seal had its head poking through. It was like a spaghetti western where each gunslinger is waiting for the others to make the next move

[@himhim3344]

Brutus was like: "Ok, who wants to be first?" 😂😂

[@hellosunshine9915]

@@himhim3344 exactly !! 😂

[@e-reptiledysfunction2243]

U guys weren't kidding, I could tell which 1 u were going for the second u showed the group of seals, he's way bigger than the rest

[@crimeaisukraine6605]

Rigth? Damn thicc boy

[@chrissiebaines7940]

I have worked with seals so appreciate just how dangerous the rescues can be.i take my hat of to you all.well done.

[@cristinaestrada3803]

Maravillosa ayuda de estos héroes salvadores, el que salva una vida salva al mundo entero ,gracias desde México lindo y querido, 👏👏👏👏👏

[@user-hy4et8pv4t]

Я радуюсь за каждого животного, очень благодарны за вашу работу и очень тяжелый труд. Россия

[@midnightstrata2885]

a moment of silence for the black net; thank you for saving so many. i was so glad to hear you say you had two more! at least now you know the weight limit lol!

[@LambieSamba]

Obviously there is no limit if a seals life is endangered!

[@tammyhouth]

It makes my heart happy to know that the big bulls are able to be rescued as well as the little guys. I'm sorry the net had to be sacrificed but I'm sure we can raise enough money to get you a new one soon. I love seeing the difference you make in these animals lives. Thank you for all you do for them.

[@onnalexseeias]

Thank you for helping these innocent beautiful seals ❤❤❤❤❤

[@Este1519]

Какие вы молодцы, ребята! И какая прекрасная работа и жизнь - ежедневное спасение.

[@jobotmang]

May you too be saved in Christ

[@coffeefrog]

I've never been so scared for you guys. Your courage and dedication are so admirable. What an impressive rescue!

[@globalview7218]

He's free, you succeeded and we are happy! Thanks guys!!

[@user-gk5rc2vh3l]

Восхищаюсь этими ребятами, их работой! Как бережно они стараются снимать крючки, врезавшиеся сети с животных, сколько труда, сколько усилий для спасения! Огромная благодарность им!

[@user-cl1dm7eb9d]

생명을 사랑할 줄 아는 당신들은 세상의 천사들입니다 그손길에 주님의 축복이 있기를 바랍니다

[@shurikencookies]

That catch you made was amazing to watch, I'm so glad he is free despite the struggle and damage to your net

[@user-ll4ik7cw9d]

Вы очень смелые ребята. Как смогли справиться с таким огромным животным? Респект!!!👏👏👏

[@user-nn2cy6dd9g]

Даже сеточку пришлось разрезать.

[@user-rq8xz2dl9e]

Парни супер!!! Настоящие спасатели!!!!!!!

[@user-pv5wu4my7i]

Да благословит вас ребята Господь .если вы с такой любовью спасаете животных знаю что в вашем сердце живет любовь и к человеку и к Богу

[@user-oj3ri5uk4q]

​@@user-nn2cy6dd9g а зачем разрезать? У них же обычно молнии там

[@sharonott7513]

Holy cow! That was really exciting. That seal was huge. One net bit the dust, but Mr. Seal didn't feast on any of his rescuers.

[@marialgutierrez6076]

Viendo este grupo de personas rescatando y salvando vidas marítimas , me trae paz, viendo que existen personas que aman ayudar a quien no tienen voz, y herramientas para sobrevivir, Gracias! Infinitas. Maria

[@Magomedova-Zina]

молодцы спасибо вам за спасение животных✋👍

[@Warrior_Resisting_Colonialism]

That net needs to be custom repaired. Rather than just re-stitched, have them install extra zippers so it can open up even further, for big guys like this.

[@jameskoch7190]

Seal: “My mother told me there be days like this”! OCN: So did ours.

[@cayennenaturetrails8953]

LoL!!!!!!!!!!! :)

[@juanjosedelpinorivas7099]

It's a shame Tony wasn't there to say 'it's ok puppy' 😂

[@allthumbs3792]

Dramatic rescue and release. Great job, guys! Real life heros you are! Time for a cold beer.

[@jeanniehargis4034]

Amazing job! Thank you for caring enough to risk helping him! So glad he managed to push through in the end. Brave, compassionate men!

[@Notaavailable007]

This release was surely one of the most challenging but you managed beautifully and I'm sure Brutus will be more than thankful for saving his life! I admire your dedication and love for the seals!!

[@robinmills8675]

Even Antoine wouldn't call that guy a puppy. Great job 👏

[@anastasiaphan4202]

“I know you’re not a puppy but I’m still gonna call you puppy, ok puppy 😀😀” - Antoine.

[@jackie-be-alive]

You guys just blow me away, and I can see from the amazing comments, you do the same for so many others! This is something really special!! I’m sure a BBC or other channel should make a documentary to highlight your plight and dedication as an amazing team with what you are achieving! This one video of this fantastic creature, so powerful… fighting so hard to survive, what he believes to be an attack, to be kindly relieved of the real killer…. the evil plastic strap, then scooting off, thinking he has beaten you in the great battle of wits and strength, not realising you guys were the real Angels saving his life, it just brings me to tears. You are all just so unassuming, without ego, working together for the greater good of these wonderful innocent animals that we can’t help but adore with their puppy dog faces and strong family bonds!! I am truly hooked, sorry if that sounds like a pun… it’s not!! I can’t imagine what these animals would go through, and those before your help, have gone through over the years from the awful pollution in the seas, these days and days gone by. I will be donating. I wonder if any one reading this would consider doing what I do, when I can, which is leaving the adverts on, I can be busy doing something and leave them to run! If I am correct ( not that good with all this stuff ) I believe this helps to give some funds to ONC also. Love you all, including the lovely ladies Kat etc in the background ❤️

[@wolfman3295]

WOW!! You guys really handled "brutus" so well and I am so glad you were able to cut that plastic ring off of him even though it meant cutting through your net to help him escape and amazing that he thrashed through the front in his own. Great job guys!

[@patrick43078]

Definitely the most dramatic video of yours I've seen so far! Dangerous, suspenseful, surprising end. Well done, gentlemen...

[@140kittykat]

In a stunning turn of events, Brutus managed to be the most expensive rescue, and the one who needed to be rescued from an entanglement for being rescued from an entanglement.

[@katalinbugyi3992]

Congratulations on this great work! You are wonderful people!

[@karenmitchell6814]

Brutus: Okay, you got me in here. Now what’s your plan? OCN: …

[@frame7629]

This comment is very true 😂

[@mlight6845]

Jeesh, Brutus is huge! He relaxed when the strap was cut, and what a dilemna... with his friends circling in the calm water just beyond. I had to admire his stately stance just before squiggling out of the net. Kudos to Naude, Wally and Denzil for your courage. Stay safe my friends❣

[@blueriverlore]

When Brutus busted the front of the net and rose up... he was almost as tall as you! What a Big Boy and glad you finally got him released. Bravo! NOTE: Just ordered a pullover sweatshirt to help support your valuable work. Thanks again!

[@user-td6qe7js6i]

С потерей сочка, зато спасли этого здоровяка, Браво!

[@VEWNZ]

When i saw that beast DESTROY your beautiful life saver net, my heart sank. Donated for new one. EVERY creature rescued from man made torture is WORTH saving. RIP net

[@smg3195]

You guys are crazy and blessed at the same time. That was amazing!! I bet it won't be just me sending money towards a new net! You deserve a 🏅🏅🏅

[@wilsonlourencodesouza420]

ESSA FOI DUREZA...PARABÉNS A TODA EQUIPE PELO EXCELENTE TRABALHO...

[@chantalelavoie6121]

Wow guys good job! That's was a tough one. When I saw you running towards him and realized how big he was I really got scared you guys could get hurt. You are doing an amazing job! Thx so much from Canada

[@gigiw.7650]

I'm glad that y'all are not hurt and that Brutus is free! Great job, guys 🦭🤣😻

[@saradadude]

Well done! That was intense, what a massive animal

[@ts.elliot5870]

Sick camera my friend! Brutus was having none of it thank you!

[@lindasworld5238]

With so many great seal pup rescues it is easy to forget or not realize just how difficult and dangerous your work is. And expensive! How much are new nets if you can't fix them? So proud of your efforts, caring and dedication. Wish I had a lot of money so I could help. Will give what I can when I can.

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

A net costs 1500$.

[@wardygrub]

@@OceanConservationNamibia Woh! Please put payment details up regularly to catch people asap after a rescue. Maybe do a subtitle such as; “if you want to help us buy a new net here are our bank details ….” Because people respond to direct and relatable requests like that. Sorry if I sound patronising. I’m sure you have already done all that. Love you guys AND everyone behind the scenes. Xxxxx

[@jobotmang]

​@@OceanConservationNamibia😮

[@jobotmang]

​@@wardygrubi agree

[@andreafaldon5026]

That rescue had me on the edge of my seat.

[@FishingtheThinBlueLine]

Excellent Job!! A life saved thanks to your dedication and bravery! Bravo!!

[@chanthasonebouphaphan9361]

U guys are super hero’s!! I never seen anything like this!! Omg! Seeing this makes me still have faith in humanity thank u so much u! 🏆

[@user-kk6my2gy6n]

Смотрела дважды, переживала за вас. Вы смелые, сильные, отважные! Класс! 👍🙏👋

[@muchpeacemuchlove]

Well done! Handling a 1/4 ton seal is a herculean task! Thank you for your kindness : )

[@lindaj171]

MAGNIFICO! Both Rescuers and Rescuee. Hope you guys put your feet up, have a beer together and talk about your greatest rescues. He will be on the list.

[@guillermomeneses4205]

Tu trabajo no es fácil, pero que bien por todo lo que hacen. Saludos

[@ckgoogl]

You guys are heroes. RIP, net.

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Thank you very much 🙏

[@lucylee6982]

💗💗 Wow bravo gents...that was so stressful to watch, so no wonder your hands were shaking live!! Thank You 💗💗

[@jeanettel4840]

Oh man, what a seal rodeo that was! Nice work, what a scary situation. Really thankful no one was injured.

[@nancyturner7045]

I'm really in awe of what you guys do! I am thankful for your organization and all you do with such zest for all life. Please keep it up! I will donate to your organization.

[@dcwander7092]

Big Bull Seal insisted that he is a member of the team and knows a thing or two about escapes. He pushes through masses of seals daily before breakfast. Congratulations on freeing him from the entanglement and saving his life to sire strong, healthy pups. Nets can be repaired/replaced. Earth needs her seals.

[@bluishbrorblx3551]

People who sees this are the ones who want to help but can't and we believe someday we will :)

[@cayennenaturetrails8953]

I sent $$ :)

[@bluishbrorblx3551]

@@cayennenaturetrails8953 good job :)

[@norma2445]

Everybody can help by sending money and becoming a patreon of which I am so proud of...If everybody pitches in $5 a month, it will add up and keep funding this fantastic organization....May God bless all involved in helping His beloved animals...

[@bluishbrorblx3551]

@@norma2445 true

[@moonlitez840]

Insha Allah

[@terrybittenbender6667]

Brutus the 1st! I was so tense watching it! Awesome job!🙌🏼👏🏼👍🏼

[@leticiagarciarivera9265]

SON UN GRAN EQUIPO Y LES GUSTA SU TRABAJO, ESPERO DUREN MUCHO SALVANDO A ESTOS ANGELITOS QUE NO MERECEN LO QUE LES PASA 😢😢😢😢😢😢❤❤❤❤❤🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@user-th5tq8pz8n]

Какой колоссальный труд, низкий поклон вам

[@kathybricco1464]

Oh my God, you guys gave me over ten minutes of absolutely mind-bending entertainment with your struggle (and rescue) of Brutus! My day started off rather unhappy but you put the fun back in it! Thank you so much for all your hard work!!!

[@trailimagesphotography6635]

What a monster he was. Glad to see it was a successful rescue in the end.

[@sr.fabiolaherzog6020]

God bless🙏 you nobody of you is injured with this hard and dangerous work with rescue ❤🦭 seals

[@lynnkowalla1315]

That seal was HUGE! I think you guys were really in danger. Way to go my heroes!!! Bravo!!!

[@BlueBirdsSong]

WOW...you guys are AMAZING!! When the first guy jumped off I was terrified the other guy was going to get slammed by that Seals massive head and either hurt seriously or killed. This is serious work you amazing men are doing to save lives. From the bottom of my heart ...THANK YOU!!! Be safe. Peace and Love to you ALL!! 💫

[@ashleynadeau7033]

Wow he’s a hefty fella thank you for what you do and stay safe

[@tikbalangbukid]

'losing a net but saving a big safe seal..' a hard one but very gratifying,, good job guys.

[@eld2310]

If I remember correctly, this was the one you saw a couple of months ago and said "He's too big to capture but we're hoping we can sneak up on him when he's sleeping sometime and reach out with a pole and cut that strap". Well, it cost you a net but you did capture him and free him. Great job!

[@dickiedollop]

it’s almost ironic how the bull settled whilst this difficult procedure was executed - you guys earned your beer that day . Wonder if there is a easier method for the big guys that doesn’t put you all at so much risk . I cannot think practically if there is . A job well done boys 👍🏻🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@koeniglicher]

Long pole with hook knife. And carefully sneaking up to him. OCN has shown this before.

[@dickiedollop]

@@koeniglicher yes I’ve seen that and it’s fraught with difficulties sadly especially the seals. There’s a real risk and injury to all parties the current is for most in my example.

[@mariamichel8173]

Отважные парни.Здоровья Вам и всего доброго .Вы заслуживаете большого уважения.

[@patriciamcintire]

looks like he is riding a wild bull!these guys are doing awesome work,much respect.

[@SuperTaranaga]

Gosh this was a real fight to safe this big boy. Well done guys!! Amazing work you doing there

[@HandyHelons]

Wow! That was a journey! Thanks again OCN team!