Plan in place to rescue elephant seal in Gordon’s Bay! The Cape of Good Hope SPCA said that a plan was in effect to rescue a massive elephant seal that made its way into a residential area in Gordon’s Bay overnight.
The animal has attracted the attention of residents and motorists.
One of the videos doing the rounds showed the sea mammal lift its head onto the bonnet of a blue light vehicle, seemingly posing for pictures and videos, being taken by awestruck onlookers.
Elephant seal
The SPCA’s Belinda Abraham: “Cape of Good Hope SPCA inspectors have been on site in Gordon’s Bay since around 7 am this morning to prioritise the welfare of the sub-adult male elephant seal that made his way into the residential area overnight. A rescue plan is in effect, and the situation is currently under control.”
Cape Town – (Update): Seal at Gordons Bay – a rather large one pic.twitter.com/P3j2uZSOfM
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Abraham said they were awaiting the arrival of a wildlife vet, who would sedate the seal for its safe return to its natural environment.
“The City of Cape Town’s marine unit is on site with a large game capture trailer to assist with transportation.”
In other news – RIP: Actor Presley Chweneyagae (Cobrizi) has died at 40
Multi-award-winning actor Presley “Cobrizi” Chweneyagae has tragically passed away. The Mahikeng-born icon reportedly died in the early hours of Tuesday, 27 May, at just 40 years old. At this moment, the cause of death has not yet been revealed.
His untimely death was confirmed by MLA, his acting agency. Presley’s love for acting started at a young age. At just 10 years old, he joined drama classes at the North West Arts Council (now known as The Mmabana Arts, Culture and Sports Foundation). Read More
