Give Seals Space: Campaign launched as public urged not to disturb seals
By Francesca Evans
22nd Apr 2021 | Local News
Many seals have seen on East Devon beaches over the past few years, including in Seaton in recent weeks, but the public is urged to give the animals space.
The Seal Alliance has launched a new government-backed campaign to 'Give Seals Space' and reduce the impact that human disturbance can have on these vulnerable marine mammals.
The Seal Alliance warns that getting too close to seals can lead to their injury or death, even up to several months later. Seals are vulnerable to any kind of human interactions, either deliberate or unintentional.
The 'Give Seals Space' signs and leaflets will raise awareness of the simple steps the public can take to protect them. It features four steps:
- Keep well away from seals - use a camera zoom or binoculars - so that they can't smell, hear or see you
- Keep dogs on a lead when in an area where seals might be present
- Never feed seals
- Take all litter home
The Seal Alliance is urging the public to exhibit special caution as seals have ventured further inshore on beaches and coastlines that have become quieter during lockdown.
Andy Ottaway, of the Seal Protection Action Group, said: "Our precious coastal wildlife is coming under increasing human pressure. We need to be aware of the harm we can cause by getting too close to our seals and the often tragic consequences when we do."
More information can be found here.
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