During September 2001 residents and visitors were fortunate to witness the birth of a Grey seal pup. A group of volunteers organized a 'seal watch'.       It involved keeping people and dogs away from the pup, and the sharing of information regarding the importance of the nurturing and bonding process between mother and pup that lasts for three weeks.   Any break of the bond may result in the mother abandoning the pup, and could lead to the starvation of the pup.

From a distance we were privileged to watch this gift of nature. Because we stayed away from the seal pup shown in the photograph, its chance of survival was much improved.

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