Workers at a seal rehabilitation centre on the south coast of England shared the heartwarming moment of freedom.
Seal pup’s adorable reaction as it’s released back into wild “pure magic”
Mallydams Wood, an RSPCA wildlife hospital in East Sussex has shared the incredible moment a seal pup is released back into the wild after successful rehabilitation.
The seal, called Mousetrap, was admitted to the centre in September with a heavy lungworm burden in September and multiple wounds across his body.
The Mallydams team shared a heartwarming video on Instagram that captured the moment Mousetrap regained his freedom as he was returned to the wild.
“Watching a seal pup you’ve nurtured back to health take its first splash of freedom is pure magic,” says Peter Smith, Mallydams Wood Centre Manager.
“It’s a mix of pride, relief and awe as they dive into the waves, ready to embrace the life they were meant for. Knowing you’ve given them a second chance is the most rewarding feeling in the world.”
If you’ve seen a seal and are worried that it might need help, the RSPCA advises watching from a distance before calling for help. Never approach a wild seal as they can be dangerous.
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