harp seal Gemini

Gemini

MERR Institute

DEWEY BEACH, DE- A young seal is on the road to recovery after being rescued in Dewey Beach on Friday.

Officials with the MERR Institute say the one-year-old harp seal was taken in for assessment and treatment after showing signs of a possible infection.

harp seal Gemini

Gemini

MERR Institute

The seal, nicknamed Gemini, was handed over to the National Aquarium’s "Marine Animal Rescue Program" staff as he undergoes rehabilitation.

MERR officials are reminding beachgoers who see a seal to keep back 150 feet, keep dogs on a leash, and call them at 302-228-5029.

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