Three-Week-Old Seal Shot in Head | Seattle News

A three-week-old harbor seal pup, found near Bellingham with a fatal gunshot wound to the head, is now recovering at the Sea Life Response, Rehab and Research center — the first time they’ve treated such a young marine mammal with this kind of injury. This isn’t even the first case this year; SR3 has seen three gunshot victims in just eleven months. Though the pup’s prognosis is serious, he’s showing signs of improvement, with a CT scan planned soon. Experts believe the shooter may have been targeting an adult seal nearby, highlighting the dangers of wildlife frustration turning violent. The team is also calling for public vigilance and better salmon habitats to protect both people and animals — and they’re hopeful this little survivor can heal and return to the wild. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/d0d4d23a72445093