Rabies fears prompt warning over seal spotted on KZN South Coast

Beachgoers are warned not to approach or try to feed a seal currently visiting the KZN coastline.

4 hours ago
Shona Aylward 1 minute read
A seal was spotted along the KZN South Coast. Photo: Supplied

Residents have been urged to keep their distance from a seal spotted along the KZN South Coast amid concerns about the potential risk of rabies, reports South Coast Herald.

The seal was last seen in the Shelly Beach area yesterday, (November 3).

A safety notice has warned residents not to approach, touch, handle or attempt to feed the animal, which is currently visiting the coastline.

Seals are wild animals and can be unpredictable and potentially dangerous. The notice also highlights rabies concerns in the area, warning that there is a risk the animal could be infected.

Residents are urged to take the following precautions:

  • Do not approach or attempt to handle the seal.
  • Keep children and pets well away from the animal.
  • Do not attempt to chase the seal back into the water.
  • Observe it from a safe distance.

The public is also reminded that the seal should be left undisturbed, allowing the relevant professionals to assess the situation.

Anyone who spots the seal is asked to report the sighting to:

NSRI: 082 990 5950

Carla: 082 677 6792

Residents are encouraged to give the animal space and avoid any direct contact.

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Shona Aylward is a vastly experienced journalist working as a senior reporter. Aside from her extensive community involvement and story writing, she is also involved in creative page layout, and the various media platforms. Shona began her career with Caxton at the Southlands Sun. Previous to this she worked in the marketing industry for surf magazines. Shona is a renown 'greenie' and champions environmental causes. She is also Mom to a number of dogs and cats, and the occasional uninvited snake. When she can find some spare time, it's usually to the beach that she heads.
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