Seal attacks beachgoer on Cape Town beach Posted by David Henning on 3 October 2022 A beachgoer on Fish Hoek Beach in Cape Town was chased by a Cape fur seal while trying to snap a picture of the wild animal. The seal was aggressive and could have led to the woman or itself getting badly injured. Despite the perception that seals are “cute”, they are still wild animals and should not be interfered with. The City of Cape Town reminds the public that: seals are wild animals and should not be approached, or touched feeding wild animals habituate them to people which is harmful to the animal, as well as the public no one should feed a seal seals in general do not pose a threat to people if left alone and not harassed respecting wildlife and giving them adequate space will ensure that we can share the natural environment with them should a seal approach you, you are advised to simply back away slowly and leave the animal alone Watch the close encounter below. ALSO READ: Successful homecoming for rescued sea turtles in KZN Related Posts Debate arises as orcas attack boats: Aggression or social learning? 29 May 2023 Since 2020, there has been a growing number of encounters between orcas, also known as... read more Leopard’s leisurely stroll through South African bush lodge 26 May 2023 A close encounter with a Leopard at avbush lodge was captured on camera and shared... read more Cornered crocodile defends itself against 5 lions in Greater Kruger 22 May 2023 A Nile crocodile thought that a pride of lions waterbuck kill was an easy meal... read more PREV ARTICLE NEXT ARTICLE
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