Baby Seal Rescued After Wandering Onto Connecticut Road

When I was younger and went to the New England Aquarium, I was in love with the Atlantic Harbor seals. They are so cute and curious, and I could watch them for hours at a time.

How did this little guy end up in the middle of the road?

According to the WABI, the seal had wandered from a beach close by and ended up on Chapel Street.

This happened on Sunday and the seal is the most adorable little thing you have ever seen.

The New Haven Police Department shared a picture on their X account, humorously calling it “the newest addition to the department.

The seal is a male and was found in very poor condition. He was very dehydrated, lethargic, and thin. The police contacted the local animal authorities and he was taken to the Mystic Aquarium for immediate medical attention.

During the exam, they found out the seal was extremely distressed but not to worry, they got to work fast and now, the seal is becoming “bright and alert” and showing interest in fish, though he still wasn’t eating on his own. They are currently feeding him fish formula.

Mystic Aquarium started the seal on a treatment plan to help restore his health and the goal is to release him back into the ocean once he’s strong enough.

Dr. Allison Tuttle, Mystic Aquarium's Chief Zoological Officer, said, “Mystic Aquarium is pleased to have rescued this misdirected young seal in need of help, and looks forward to hopefully returning the seal back to the ocean in the months ahead. We are proud to provide marine mammal response, rescue, and rehabilitation for the state of Connecticut, and help marine animals in need.”

If you would like to help support this adorable baby seal's recovery, donations can be made at Mystic Aquarium’s website.

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