Stabbing of Elephant Seal Pup at Oregon Beach

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
An elephant seal pup was stabbed multiple times at an Oregon beach, prompting NOAA to search for a person of interest. The seal survived and was relocated. The incident is being investigated under the Marine Mammal Protection Act.

Key Points

  • NOAA seeks person of interest in connection with the stabbing
  • Stabbed seal was a young pup learning to hunt on its own
  • Incident is being investigated under the Marine Mammal Protection Act

Pros

  • NOAA acted promptly to relocate the injured seal and launch an investigation
  • Seal's wounds were healing and it showed signs of recovery

Cons

  • Inhumane act of stabbing a defenseless animal
  • Violations of the Marine Mammal Protection Act can lead to severe penalties