23/06/2026
We found this little one resting on the beach recently looking so lonely 🦭😢
After calling wildlife rescue, we learned something beautiful — mum seals actually choose a safe spot on the shore to leave their pup while they head out to sea to hunt. In winter, she can be gone for up to a week.
So if you ever come across a seal pup on the sand, even if they’re crying, their mum hasn’t abandoned them. She’s coming back — and when she does, she calls out and can recognize her own pup’s voice, even if it’s among hundreds.
The best thing you can do? Keep your distance, keep dogs away, make sure the area is clear of any rubbish or fishing lines and let them be. If you’re worried, call Wildlife Victoria on 13000 94535💛
