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MERR Rescues Harp Seal at Dewey Beach
Some activity on the beach Friday morning in Dewey Beach after MERR was called for the rescue of a one-year old male harp seal. Officials say he had signs of possible infection and was taken for further assessment and treatment. He’s been named him Gemini and he is now at the National Aquarium’s Marine Animal…
Read MoreUnderweight Harp Seal Rescued From North Shores Beach by MERR Officials
A young male harp seal was rescued by officials from the Marine Education, Research & Rehabilitation (MERR) Institute in Lewes last week on the beach at North Shores in Rehoboth Beach. A passerby spotted the seal rolling on its back, which officials say could be caused by a lice infection, and contacted MERR. MERR found…
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