Rescuers Use SAW To Save Baby Seal

This baby seal has been caught in a very bright green fishing line spool for quite a while, it is already so tight that the rescuers cannot slide it over her head to free her. She must have found it when she was very small, and for a few weeks if not months, she has been carrying it around wherever she went. Nobody had seen it and reported it, nobody had come to her rescue, and even during our own patrols at Cape Cross, we had not spotted her before. Maybe she was hidden away by other seals or rocks, or she was at sea to feed whenever we were around, maybe we missed her in spite of our brilliant binoculars and spotting scopes. But today is her lucky day, and with the help of our trusted Leatherman tools, Antoine and Naude can saw the hard plastic off her neck and she will fully recovery from her horrible entanglement. 🦭
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[@bellasamantha237]

I adore the way Antoine talks to the seals to help calm them n let them know they are in safe hands in his own little seal voice. Beautiful! 😁🙏💙🦘

[@Slikx666]

She was pretty calm considering she has no idea what was happening. And for picking up the little plastic pieces you get an extra thumbs up. 😀👍👍

[@Odo-so8pj]

Soon as they got it off and she saw it was off she bolted.

[@pippa3150]

They always take all the garbage with them. They are angels!

[@MrJx4000]

Never mundane or boring watching your rescues. Great work team OCN.

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

So glad you enjoy them! 🙏

[@bho5sumkyul]

The seal running free into the ocean at the end is really beautiful. You are the best, OCN!

[@j4v4x]

Wheeeee!!! ♥

[@deborahrunnells8222]

🦭🦭🦭🦭🦭🐋🐳😚😚😚😚😚😚😊😊😊😇😇😇😇😇💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙

[@lindac6032]

What a good patient! My heart melted when she opened her mouth to threaten you with those 2 silent growls. But she knew you were helping her after Tony explained it to her. What a cutie! 😍 Thanks, guys!💪🙏

[@Jimorian]

A small thing perhaps, but the fact that you guys also picked up the microplastic shavings brings awareness to that part of our ecological harm to the oceans. While we see the big pieces of junk entangle the seals and other animals, we don't directly see the effects of microplastics in the intestinal tracts and bloodstreams of so many creatures, and even ourselves.

[@sirmeowthelibrarycat]

😢 Yes, indeed. Microplastics are an issue throughout the food chain. Team WAND sets an excellent example of ecological protection. 🥇to Naude and Antoine in this case.

[@imilcebarca842]

Totalmente de acuerdo

[@c.harvey2424]

In our bloodstream, our placentae, in our lungs, on Mt. Everest in snow....

[@sirmeowthelibrarycat]

@@c.harvey2424 😢 Planet Earth 🌏!

[@marlan5470]

@@c.harvey2424 The Mt. Everest tourists should be made to pick after themselves. They are the ones trashing the place.

[@s.t.browne5477]

Thank you, guys. It's distressing to know that seals elsewhere are suffering the same fate with no one to help them.

[@wendydabee]

The fact that you guys cleaned up what you could of the plastic shavings from the sawing blew my mind. I'd been thinking about them as the sawing was going on; but I guess as you're there to rescue wildlife/seals from garbage/plastic garbage it makes sense it would be something you'd be on top of as you work. You're inspirations and role models to us all, thank you.

[@ElsieDreamWorld]

That was really a lethal weapon, incredible into the things they get entangled in. She would have suffocated if you hadn’t delivered her, that’s for sure. A great rescue. Thanks, guys.

[@victorialinder5153]

Amazing rescue!

[@FlashyJackie1]

OCN, you are truly amazing! Thank you for all your hard work fixing the damage humans have done, you help redeem the entire human race

[@gup8175]

Single use plastic is overwhelming the planet. Humans must do better to stop this. Thanks OCN for helping this lil one be free!

[@ninamarie8654]

Aw she was so cute and patient and you guys were so careful and loving. Thanks for the great rescue. 😀💗

[@bullshitstomper9417]

He stole her necklace

[@donnadynes7988]

Soo Patient ❤️❤️❤️❤️💯

[@donnadynes7988]

@Bullshit.........That's a necklace she can live without 💯👍🏼✌🏼

[@grahamjones2317]

fantastic and dedicated work......

[@gardengnome132]

Poor little girl, having to grow with that unforgiving spool around her neck. So glad that Naude and Tony spotted her (and were able to catch her). Good job with the saw too, she seemed fairly calm. Much love & respect, Team OCN!!!

[@coffeefrog]

I wonder if they realize that they're growing into something that will strangle them. That sounds so horrific to me. Thank you so much!!!

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

The worst cases do usually.

[@hendriklurse6518]

Thank you my heroes for saving her life ❤️ greetings to all 😊🙋🏻 and wishing you all a nice weekend 😊☀️

[@lu.w.991]

Бедные животные больно смотреть на их страдания. Ребята спасибо вам за Ваши добрые сердца. Мир Вам и Вашему дому.

[@terwit1549]

Эта штука помогала бедной девочке плавать - теперь она утонет из за этих садистов.

[@user-so3ho6uw1h]

@@terwit1549 😳 Странная шутка.

[@koala7254]

​@@terwit1549try to be funny... you need more practise ;-)

[@allenbeaulieu7077]

Excellent job guys on the pup. I was afraid of the saw blade possibly tearing into her a bit but you did a magnificent job of it. The pup says Thank You. Well done. Big Al.

[@judithmcbride4023]

Precious puppy!! She just seemed to relax, when she realized you were there to help!❤️. As always, Antoines “ sweet talk “ helped her!! Thanx for ALL YOU DO!!👏👏🦭🦭🥰

[@JL11775]

Well done guys! That poor pup. Thank you for saving her!

[@debbiepoole2247]

She was so calm when she knew you were helping her. I'm certain that they tell each other about "the nice men and women who come to help them".

[@avacat8852]

amazing rescue of this super cute chubby seal girl puppy !! she would never freed her by herself off of this thing !!! Thank u very much !!

[@Canadiangirl4922]

I have to start off with how sweet it was to hear you both talking to her and reassuring her that she would be okay. Then when she was let free, Antoine’s, “Aaaaahhh... weeeeee”, as she went into the water was so wonderful (I’m swooning again 🥰🤣). I can’t believe that something like that was able to get around her neck! It was so difficult to even saw through and the micro plastics left behind were such a hazard. It’s sad to see how so much of our garbage can be deadly to these innocent little lives.

[@rward1904]

Leatherman is a seals best friend, thanks to the Leatherman great tools!

[@cuddlesanddaisy]

Poor baby. Might have thought I have this awful thing around my neck and now I'm gonna get eaten by these humans! But you were there to help. Thank you❣

[@tarikyildirim8859]

Nice hearted people, glad to have you, greetings from turkey

[@williamstephens9945]

I never get tired of Tony talking to the puppies! 🦭

[@Ufoupmyass]

🥰

[@pennylane2304]

"Freeeeeee...into the sunset". What joy. You see, you are so commendable - collecting the micro-plastic debris from the trusty Leatherman saw eating through the plastic, making you TRULY anti-plastic warriors. Thank you OCN, for the 'small' details that are so HUGE in our world. ❤️🇦🇺

[@fannycraddock99]

Poor little soul, she must have been wearing her collar for weeks when she was really small. Thanks for helping her guys.

[@jchrystsheigh]

She did so well! "I have no idea what is going on so I think I'll behave."

[@ddilink]

It's so gratifying to watch these beautiful animals get rescued from life threatening situations. Can't imagine what if feels like to actually free them.

[@zapcodeknock4503]

It us overwhelming and a relief to free an animal in these situations from theur trap

[@zapcodeknock4503]

Is* their*

[@Lollylolly7765]

She was a very good girl…very patient and calm.💕

[@user-qu9uq4zp3s]

СПАСИБО БОЛЬШОЕ РЕБЯТА, за ваш БЛАГОРОДНЫЙ ТРУД!!!!

[@BudaKhan420]

I love how they reluctantly sit at the edge of the water saying “do I have to jump in?” Puppy, you had such a nice colorful collar. Whoa she must’ve been wearing this a little while

[@cindih243]

She seemed to know you were helping her, such a patient girl, thank you for your kindness & never ending rescues.

[@orizatriznyk]

Привет .Вы люди с огромным добрым сердцем, удачи вам в вашем деле. С удовольствием жму руку всей команде

[@marydurham5976]

YAAAY!!!💖🤗… Way To Go … Our Amazing Hero’s At OCN!!!💖😍🤗😘…. Sooo Much Love, Respect, Appreciation, & Admiration💖😍🤗…. From The USA & Beyond!!!💖😍🤗🥰💙🇺🇸

[@pinetree2473]

Makes me think of a saw I keep in a first aid kit. It's made for cutting wood but I'm sure it would be good on plastic also. Simply a thin wire/cable with thumb rings at each end. The wire has machined "teeth" or a uniformed roughness to it. You'd have to thread it though the plastic ring first, but the cutting would take only seconds to accomplish. I'm sure cheap money online. Great work guys.

[@kweenk5072]

Oh that's cool. I've never heard of something like that, but that's an absolute great idea. Your comment deserves more likes. I hope they see your comment amd can maybe get one. They get donations but idk how to go about sending something like that to their country bcuz it isn't as easy for them to get stuff as it is for ppl in the US but if they could find one there and buy it, I think that would help them alot and sounds small enough they can carry it in their lil pouch with their other tools. Thanks for sharing that!! ❤😊

[@apveening]

I had the same idea, those wire saws are pretty cheap and sawing from the inside out also eliminates the risk of sawing into the animal.

[@TheWorldHasGoneNuts]

But what if her friends don't recognise her now without her neck bangle???? 🤔 Great job as always guys. 🙏

[@musizlover2008]

Nice to see them also collect the microplastics as well to ensure near zero pollution.

[@marygifford2593]

Thank you seems so little with what I see every morning. I hope you feel words help. Cause I tell my friends and family all the time about you your group and how much I appreciate you.

[@thulekovish8188]

A lucky day for that pup. Well done, Antoine and Naude. Also thank you for minding about the micro plastic.

[@finscreenname]

The A-Team. Great work as always folks!! 👍👍

[@user-jy9rt7kv4x]

Папуас в Новой Зеландии шариковут ручку в нос втыкает,а этот "молодец" от детского горшка обруч на шею одел. А вы такую красоту и сняли. И стал красавец опять как все. Спасибо вам ребята за хорошую работу. Г. Ярославль Россия вас смотрит.

[@ladyj9330]

She was so cute! It LOOKED like she was calm when you started sawing, but we can only go by appearances as we can't feel the seal's movements. Great job with this one. Even without the 'right' tool, you had a good enough assortment that you could make it work!!

[@sarguero]

The "doctors" Mr. Tony and Mr. Naude decided it was time to remove that "cervical collar". 😄Good job OCN "doctors"!

[@cindycrosby1292]

That's like a miracle! I don't even know how she did it, but you guys did your usual brilliant job and all is well!! Thank you.

[@myravillanueva8602]

So sweet for the rescuer who saw that plastic collar to remove those plastic sawdust even it can be washed away by sea water. Good job guys!

[@clwbchbabycakes]

Wow - she had quite the high fashion collar, didn't she?! 🧜🏽‍♀️💜🦭

[@elenashlyk]

Ой похожая зелёная катушка была также на одном из предыдущих видео, но тогда была возможность снять с головы... Сейчас же этого не удалось сделать, но наши спасатели нашли верное решение 💪😄👌 и морской котик девочка освобождена от такого "украшения"!!! Спасибо🙏💕

[@FnLn55]

Glad that saw was sharp enough . . . great rescue . . . proud of you all Team OCN!

[@scout3581]

For future rescues see if you can get the wire vets use to cut horns. Perhaps it could be slipped under a collar then sawed up from underneath

[@nicolab2075]

Yeah. Or slide something under the collar to protect from the saw...

[@Ddrhl]

@@nicolab2075 Or turn the saw blade so you are cutting upward, using the pressure of the plastic to your advantage, rather than toward the seal's skin.

[@gemmacruz8529]

That wire would be put to good use at OCN. The thing is to get someone to buy it and have it sent to Namibia.

[@scout3581]

If OCN would like this Gigli saw set for their kit please post it on an Amazon wish list and I will send it. There must be an Amazon distribution center closer than Texas.

[@sukn7091]

Called gigli wire, works great and is fast

[@paulcampbell9618]

Helping those who absolutely can't help themselves that's a amazing feeling and great job guys

[@ibiltit]

You might consider adding a wire saw to your tools. They don’t take up much space and cut very well.

[@silverlakegirl9078]

In what universe should a bolt cutter be needed to rescue an innocent young animal....🤬 The absurdity of it is astounding. That little girl must have felt soooo great having that nasty spool removed from her neck!!!! I was cheering her on as she made her way back to the ocean! Thank you, Seal Whisperers, for not letting that challenging landscape stop you❣ Y'all are the limit!!! 🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@TheEudaemonicPlague]

So many of the videos I watch are about people doing horrible things; watching these seal rescues is a good antidote for the feeling so many videos leave you with. I don't get bored too quickly with these, either. Keep up the good work!

[@stevenhulbert7540]

She seemed to calm down once the net was on her. That was a thick piece of plastic and Naude and Antoine did a great job being careful not to injure her while removing it! Merci for your diligence and hard work!

[@realise6]

Thankfully that spool thing was bright green and easily spotted.....even for someone as myopic as me. Good thing you had that small saw on you to cut it off. Thank you for saving her.

[@user-jp6yl3jr6u]

Здравствуйте какая тяжёлая работа, спасибо. 😙🤗🤗🤗

[@Hindrenaline]

She absolutely knew you were helping her. Thank you, Heroes ❤

[@nicklager1666]

What a lovely setting with sun and everything. You have to look for the beauty in these rescues aswell.They talk about jumping the shark but jumping seals sounds fun. Hey i take a chunky seal ahead of a thin one.

[@margeanblake4356]

Wow, that spool was tight! Glad to see it come off just in time! Well done guys!

[@michi24580]

The saw on the letherman is awesome. the pliers are crapp. I prefer the pliers on the victorinox. the rescue was perfect .the little girl calmed down once she reaalized you're only helping. definitely made my day

[@jo-annpotter1443]

I was holding my breath the whole time. Way to go, you guys.

[@janjager2906]

This worked surprisingly well! 👍

[@lindahudson6685]

Leatherman tool to the rescue. Tim Leatherman would be so proud.

[@03bugeye]

Nice display of control with the saw Naude !!!

[@LeathermanToolGroup]

Without fail, seals will figure out how to get their heads' stuck in all kinds of weird things. Luckily OC Namibia is there to save the day!

[@Littlebit31]

This is a brilliant advertisement for carrying a leatherman tool!

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

Right!? Thanks!

[@ashutoshsingh6937]

When she is small at that time it has surrounded her neck. When they grew big, size of Neck increases but size of ring doesn't.... I really appreciate your Hard Work. Your were real Heroes

[@encarnasanchez4108]

Qué gran trabajo habéis hecho, Naude con la sierra y Tony sujetando a esta cachorrita mientras le hablabas con cariño...sóis admirables, chicos !!! MUCHAS GRACIAS 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@grannybee]

Wow, now that's being innovative. She's so adorable.

[@CallieMasters5000]

Considering the tens of thousands of seals in each colony, and the media attention these videos have been getting for awhile now, there is still so much garbage being dropped in the sea. And these seals seem determined to find all of it, with their curious nature.

[@raymondrak961]

The irresponsible disposal of thrash isn't limited to the ocean. Some people have no respect for our planet and seal entanglments are one example of the negative effects.

[@Appleholic1]

Life just got a lot easier for that little seal.

[@carefulcarpenter]

I never get tired of witnessing your work!

[@christopherjohns1566]

Very cool rescue. I have a suggestion. I know you guys carry a lot of odds and ends to help with rescues, like the knitting needle to get tight recreational line out of really bad cuts. Would a thin piece of metal, I'm talking about soda/beer can thin, helped? It could've been slid between the collar and the seal. That way, if the saw went through the collar, it would've hit the metal and not the seal. Just a thought. Keep up the great work!

[@DavidPerez-xh9og]

You are amazing..thank you so much NYC one

[@AnoukEss754]

Very sweet to hear strong men cooing over a baby seal ie ‘there you go, bubby!’

[@OceanConservationNamibia]

🙏🙏

[@bs1consilioetprudentia505]

Another good job gentlemen!

[@cynthusinfinite]

❤ ❤ saved in the nick of time! Swim free little one! Ocean keep our waters pristine warriors! ✌Thank you!

[@sitandfish]

I carry a small multi-tool quite often. Hard to find one where the tools are useful and actually work. THAT tool works well for you Naude. I thank you and I am sure the 'fat baby' thanks you. ✌💙❤

[@rooftopvoter3015]

One thing is for sure: You guys will never need a gym membership after a day at the beach!! I get tired just watching you guys run!!

[@henninglehnbach373]

You are so great and you all do a great job! Thank you for helping and protecting the seals♥️! Big respect to you all🙏!

[@illuminant1129]

Well done for the perseverance - 👍

[@alwayssearching1882]

Tony's soothing voice and the way the puppies scamper off to the sea after release is such a joy.

[@lesliesuttle9485]

Tony I love the way you “sweet talk “ the seals into behaving. Naude you are my hero!!

[@ellenschneider7787]

I wonder if the seals are a little bit more reluctant to go back in the water when it’s so close to their bedtime. Looks like it was a successful overnight trip for the two of you The OCN team divides and conquers!!

[@malousalasalan7240]

wow 🥰 great job guys 🦭❤️🙏😀😀

[@lindaharris8319]

That poor baby never SAW that coming. Great job!

[@danab.3531]

Such a great rescue! Thank you so much for all you do ❤ God Bless your wonderful team!

[@user-nd4fz3cs1l]

Добрый день, Ангелы земные! Всех благ вам и счастья!

[@nantiyapetchgate6005]

Wow,wonderful baby,finally you got free,Thak you the team for your hard work.May God bless you more n more.

[@clairerichter2863]

Antoine, the way you talk to the puppies to calm them down is my absolute best! And scraping up the plastic shavings in the sand...🌊

[@dav1dsm1th]

Poor thing could hardly breath/swallow. Great rescue OCN team. Stay safe and awesome out there.

[@geewill]

Aww what a cute lil sweety.. Thank you for freeing her guys❣️

[@breadandcircus1]

THESE HEROES SAVED THAT SEAL'S LIFE

[@CindyLMunger]

I love the pups growling at you. But what I love even more is the the funny noises that the rescuers make when chasing these poor animals. And Tony of course talking and reasoning with them. Thank you so much. I ordered a logo shirt and wear it proudly!

[@daciaclewis]

Thanks for what you do; I enjoy and look forward to your videos everyday!

[@RobertoP-cb7lp]

ALSO THE PLASTIC SAWDUST!!! Well done!!! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@beepbeepsheep2732]

Thank you so much for helping that sweet little seal

[@paulrollings9606]

Superb work team. Just imagine if you guys hadn't have come along. The seal would have continued to grow in to that until it caused a slow and painful death for the seal. Thankfully you guys were around in time to enhance the seal's quality of life. Thank you for sharing.