#  @oc_namibia Ocean Conservation Namibia Ocean Conservation Namibia posts on TikTok about namibia, rescue, ocean, seal the most. They currently have [---------] followers and [---] posts still getting attention that total [---------] engagements in the last [--] hours. ### Engagements: [---------] [#](/creator/tiktok::6740836446774756357/interactions)  - [--] Week [---------] +106% - [--] Month [----------] +51% - [--] Months [----------] +24% - [--] Year [----------] +90% ### Mentions: [--] [#](/creator/tiktok::6740836446774756357/posts_active)  - [--] Week [--] -12% - [--] Month [--] +76% - [--] Months [--] -24% - [--] Year [---] +77% ### Followers: [---------] [#](/creator/tiktok::6740836446774756357/followers)  - [--] Week [---------] +0.09% - [--] Month [---------] +0.19% - [--] Months [---------] +1.70% - [--] Year [---------] +1.60% ### CreatorRank: [------] [#](/creator/tiktok::6740836446774756357/influencer_rank)  ### Social Influence **Social category influence** [countries](/list/countries) #1721 [social networks](/list/social-networks) [technology brands](/list/technology-brands) [stocks](/list/stocks) [finance](/list/finance) **Social topic influence** [namibia](/topic/namibia) #6, [rescue](/topic/rescue) #1088, [ocean](/topic/ocean), [seal](/topic/seal) #57, [in a](/topic/in-a), [$6753t](/topic/$6753t), [animals](/topic/animals), [youtube](/topic/youtube), [safely](/topic/safely), [baby](/topic/baby) **Top accounts mentioned or mentioned by** [@nownowmedia](/creator/undefined) [@plasticoceansin](/creator/undefined) [@oceanconservationnamibia](/creator/undefined) [@leathermantools](/creator/undefined) [@goproproduced](/creator/undefined) [@juliesandersenexecutive](/creator/undefined) [@williampfeifferdirector](/creator/undefined) [@alanvangysenstory](/creator/undefined) [@brettbertshaw](/creator/undefined) [@willbendixedited](/creator/undefined) [@brettbertshawdirected](/creator/undefined) [@willbendixoriginal](/creator/undefined) [@sagariastsamcinematography](/creator/undefined) [@alanvangysen](/creator/undefined) [@calvinthompsonfilms](/creator/undefined) [@willbendix](/creator/undefined) [@animaloceannamibia](/creator/undefined) [@lemonreelfilmservicesound](/creator/undefined) [@arianagrande](/creator/undefined) **Top assets mentioned** [Waves (WAVES)](/topic/waves) ### Top Social Posts Top posts by engagements in the last [--] hours "Super fun rescue in a new place. Got [--] yesterday. It was a good day:) #sealrescue #animalrescue #savingseals #bethechange" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/6798814996923993350) 2020-02-29T10:34Z 1.8M followers, 38.8M engagements "First rescue from a kayak in a long time. This was the 99th seal rescued in May alone #sealrescue #animalrescue #savingseals" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/6835251860526370053) 2020-06-06T15:08Z 1.8M followers, 27.1M engagements "High speed rescue on very slippery terrain - Cape Cross - Namibia #sealrescue #animalrescue #fyp" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/6893869159797509377) 2020-11-11T14:13Z 1.8M followers, 989K engagements "#seal #seals #animals #wildlife #wildliferescue #ocean #oceanconservation #conservation #oceanpollution #pollution #entanglement #entangled #wounded #rescue #africa #namibia #friday #youtube #fyp #foryou #enjoy" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7006204445121940742) 2021-09-10T07:31Z 1.8M followers, 145.5K engagements "Our seal colony is growing 🦠#seal #sealpup #sealpuppy #pup #puppy #sealcolony #animals #wildlife #healthy #ocean #oceanconservation #conservation #nature #africa #namibia #fyp #youtube" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7036356822516698374) 2021-11-30T13:38Z 1.8M followers, 14.9K engagements "All you need tononow about us is just one click away - follow the link in our bio. We rescue seals to raise awareness of the plastic crisis. #ocn #sealrescues #sealpup #fyp #sealrescue #babyseal" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7135543761114795270) 2022-08-24T20:34Z 1.8M followers, 11.9K engagements "We'd like to think this little guy is sticking around because he is saying thank you for rescuing him from the plastic strap he was entangled him but this poor seal is scared and bewildered. Unfortunately we have to put the seals we rescue through a short amount of stress so that we can cut the trash from their bodies. It is either that or a slow and painful death awaits them. Please have a look at the link in our bio to see why we rescue seals and see links to our full videos. #ocn #plasticpollution #sealrescue" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7200411539747228933) 2023-02-15T15:54Z 1.8M followers, 2.8M engagements "We were at one of our usual spots Cape Cross searching for seals to rescue. We often find that we target the same seal twice. The seal pup we caught was a recapture. Why don't we mark the seal we have previously captured Well some of them actually get entangled more than once - that is how bad the plastic crisis is - we would rather catch them twice to make sure they don't have a piece of trash around their necks. The second seal had a fishing line around his neck which we removed. #ocn #sealrescue" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7204499520678415621) 2023-02-26T16:19Z 1.8M followers, 36.4K engagements "This cute seal was reluctant to leave his rescuer Follow the link in our bio to learn more about us #ocn #sealrescue" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7206374393705155845) 2023-03-03T17:35Z 1.8M followers, 3.7M engagements "Seal Pup Interupts Severe Rescue #ocn #fyp #seal #sealrescue" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7236068345374690565) 2023-05-22T18:00Z 1.8M followers, 133.7K engagements "Easy Harbour Seal Rescue #ocn #seal #fyp #sealrescue" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7236698280426523909) 2023-05-24T10:45Z 1.8M followers, 108.3K engagements "Seal Pup Rescued From Fishing Net #ocn #fyp #seal #sealrescue" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7237027191530261765) 2023-05-25T08:01Z 1.8M followers, 131.8K engagements "Seal with severe rope entanglement GRAPHIC #ocn #fyp #seal #sealrescue This is what maritime ropes do to seals. Please pick up all ocean trash" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7241170805562936581) 2023-06-05T12:01Z 1.8M followers, 16.4M engagements "Puffy-faced seal pup rescued from entanglement. Plastic can take hundreds of years to decompose. Say NO to plastic. #ocn #seal #fyp #sealrescue" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7242655124517178629) 2023-06-09T12:00Z 1.8M followers, 390.3K engagements "Baby Seal drags pants. Discarded clothing in the ocean can become life-threatening to marine life. Do not litter. Save our oceans and marine animals" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7245963968399904006) 2023-06-18T10:00Z 1.8M followers, 8.1M engagements "Seal rescued from tight rope entanglement. #seal #ocn #sealrescue We've rescued over [----] seals and we often get asked if the plastic pollution problem is getting worse. To be honest we don't know. Whether we rescue [--] seals a day or [--] a day this does determine the level of crises we are in. Perhaps the team is getting at spotting entanglements perhaps there is more plastic in the ocean perhaps our seals are becoming more inquisitive - we don't know. What we do know is that we are in a plastic crisis because millions of marine life die every year due to entanglements. See the link in our bio" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7246392303395278085) 2023-06-19T14:00Z 1.8M followers, 380.2K engagements "A thin fishing line that weighs less that 5grams can cause severe damage to a marine animal. This baby seal was lucky we found him on time. Tons of fishing gear is floating in the ocean right now and it will takes decades to degrade. One net or fishing line will continue to pose a threat if it isn't removed from the ocean. We are often asked how someone can become a seal rescuer; if you pick up trash from the beach you are rescuing seals and other marine life. Every bit helps See the link in our bio to visit our website watch our full documentary visit our YouTube channel with full videos" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7246763448250502405) 2023-06-30T03:50Z 1.8M followers, 263.9K engagements "This baby seal was rescued from a gill net. The seal almost bit the rescuer. This little baby seal was entangled in a gill net wrapped very tightly around it. Did you know gill nets are illegal to use in Namibian waters Despite that we still find seals entangled in gill nets. The laws are there but better law enforcement is needed to prevent this from happening altogether. See the link in our bio to visit our website watch our full documentary visit our YouTube channel with full videos sign up to our newsletter purchase merch and more. #ocn #seal #babyseal #sealrescue" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7247129062320164102) 2023-06-25T13:10Z 1.8M followers, 295.5K engagements "Seal pup rescued from a filter An unusual entanglement for a seal. This filter was discarded and ended up in the ocean where it doesn't belong and it entangled an innocent seal. We need to do better in how we dispose of our trash. Does your local community have a recycling scheme Does everyone make use of it Less than 10% of the world's plastic is recycled. See the link in our bio to visit our website watch our full documentary visit our YouTube channel with full videos sign up to our newsletter purchase merch and more. #ocn #babyseal #seal #sealrescue" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7248934411582901510) 2023-06-30T14:00Z 1.8M followers, 88.1K engagements "Seal rescued from recreational fishing line We will never know exactly where this fishing line originated from. There are many reasons why fishing gear can be lost or abandoned including severe weather snags beneath the surface conflict with other gear interaction with other vessels and intentional discard. What we do know is that it is one of the most deadly forms of marine debris because it continues to kill for many years while floating in the ocean. See the link in our bio to visit our website watch our full documentary visit our YouTube channel with full videos sign up to our newsletter" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7249292291326676230) 2023-08-03T19:05Z 1.8M followers, 186K engagements "According to the World Wildlife Fund "about [------] marine animals are killed by ocean plastic and fishing gear entanglements yearly" This seal is one of the lucky ones that made it to the beach and got rescued. Most of the entangled animals drown and don't reach the shore. They end up at the bottom of the ocean and once decomposed the plastic or fishing gear will continue to entangle more animals. See the link in our bio to visit our website watch our full documentary visit our YouTube channel with full videos sign up to our newsletter purchase merch and more. #ocn #seal #babyseal #sealrescue" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7252223102225059077) 2023-07-27T10:22Z 1.8M followers, 35.8K engagements "This line must've been in the water for a long time until this playful and curious seal got entangled in it. This same line couldve entangled more marine animals before this one. Fortunately this seal was rescued and this line will never entangle another animal again. See the link in our bio to visit our website watch our full documentary visit our YouTube channel with full videos sign up to our newsletter purchase merch and more. #ocn #seal #sealrescue" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7252286258037198086) 2023-07-17T09:14Z 1.8M followers, 50.4K engagements "What a horrible way for this baby seal to be entangled. It could not swim and the rescuers were shocked at how it reached the beach. Anything can become an entanglement so make sure to take better care of your belongings when on the beach or a boat. See the link in our bio to visit our website watch our full documentary visit our YouTube channel with full videos sign up to our newsletter purchase merch and more. #ocn #seal #sealrescue #babyseal" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7255617812608060677) 2023-07-25T03:50Z 1.8M followers, 22.2K engagements "We are often asked why we do not tag a seal to avoid a recapture. Well often it is not a recapture but a seal that has gotten entangled again In this case 'double-chin' got another strap entangled around his body. The scars caused by earlier entanglements are visible. The harbour area always has trash floating near the docks and animals quickly get caught in the waste. Luckily they're easier to spot here compared to our other rescue locations (Pelican Point and Cape Cross). See our FAQ album on tiktok for more info or follow the link in our bio to learn about what we do. #ocn #sealrescue" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7259735263239294213) 2023-07-26T13:00Z 1.8M followers, 33K engagements "Another animal rescued from ghost gear Ghost fishing gear includes any abandoned lost or otherwise discarded fishing gear much of which often goes unseen. It has become a silent killer to hundreds of thousands of marine animals and is considered the major contibutor to ocean plastic pollution. The simplest action you can take to stop supporting industries that are major contributors to ocean plastic pollution is by reducing your seafood consumption. Shop locally. #skipthefish #ocn #sealrescue #oceanconservation #plasticpollution" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7260116181409975557) 2023-07-30T13:40Z 1.8M followers, 257.4K engagements "OCN FAQ: WHY DON'T WE USE DRONES We do indeed make use of drones. Primarily for surveying colonies and assessing extremely technical rescues locating an entangled seal spotted by the drone is just as difficult as using our regular spotting equipment. DISCLAIMER: The footage in this video was not from a drone. We attached the camera to a pole to get the aerial view. See the link in our bio to visit our website watch our full documentary visit our YouTube channel with full videos sign up to our newsletter purchase merch and more. #ocn #faq #drones #sealrescue #namibia #plasticpollution" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7260789485959531782) 2023-07-28T08:54Z 1.8M followers, 71.5K engagements "This seal was rescued just before the rope could start cutting. Were always happy when we save a seal before any real damage couldve been inflicted on the seal by the entanglement. There are many explanations for how marine ropes end up in the ocean. Those responsible should understand the dangers and act responsibly. See the link in our bio to visit our website watch our full documentary visit our YouTube channel with full videos sign up to our newsletter purchase merch and more. #ocn #seal #sealrescue" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7263424981042777349) 2023-08-06T14:00Z 1.8M followers, 63.4K engagements "OCEAN CONSERVATION NAMIBIA - we rescue seals from entanglements to raise awareness of the plastic pollution crisis. We will never know exactly where this piece of trash comes from but these packaging straps likely originate from the local harbour at Walvis Bay just across the bay where this rescue takes place (Pelican Point Namibia) A simple technique of just cutting a loop can make a real difference. How many loops do you throw away every day Let's #losetheloop you never know how many animals you can rescue. #ocn #sealrescue #sealrescues #seal #babyseal #plasticpollution #ghostgear" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7268579665705471237) 2023-08-23T15:00Z 1.8M followers, 42.4K engagements "OCEAN CONSERVATION NAMIBIA - we rescue seals from entanglements to raise awareness of the plastic pollution crisis. We rescue seals at mainly two locations in Namibia. The one is Pelican Point about a 40-minute drive from Walvis Bay (our base) and the second is Cape Cross a 2-hour drive north. Both locations are within national parks and are popular tourist destinations. Thousands of tourists visit these spots yearly and we can ensure that most never see an entanglement. How often do we look at a beautiful natural sight and fail to see the human impact that has tarnished it Look deeper;" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7268607910345723141) 2023-08-26T10:50Z 1.8M followers, 26.2K engagements "OCEAN CONSERVATION NAMIBIA - we rescue seals from entanglements to raise awareness of the plastic pollution crisis. Have you visited our website lately Visit ocnamibia.org to learn more about what we do. The video shows a quick rescue by Naude. We're happy no major damage was caused by this entanglement indicating that it has not been on the seal for too long. How many animals die a slow and agonising death every year with no one knowing about it We will never know the true figures. #ocn #seal #babyseal #plasticpollution #sealrescue #animalrescue" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7269706572132060421) 2023-08-31T06:50Z 1.8M followers, 32.7K engagements "Animal Rescue - Namibia Plastic pollution is detrimental to the ocean for several reasons: [--]. Harm to Marine Life: which you have seen in our videos but there are other problems too: [--]. Toxic Chemicals: Plastics can leach toxic chemicals into the water including additives used in their production and pollutants they've absorbed from the surrounding environment. These toxins can enter the food chain when marine organisms ingest microplastics potentially harming both aquatic life and humans who consume seafood. [--]. Physical Damage to Ecosystems: Plastic waste can smother and damage sensitive" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7277494628977249542) 2023-09-16T14:00Z 1.8M followers, [----] engagements "Animal Rescue - Namibia We can understand why this seal is unhappy. He has been dragging around a piece of trash that he cannot remove himself. He has been chased and pinned down by a rescuer. He is terrified. Our lack of waste management strategies has turned the ocean into a trash can and these poor animals suffer because of it. We need to do better. Follow the link in our bio to learn more about us. #OCN #sealrescue #oceanconservation #ghostgear #plasticpollution #seal #babyseal #animalrescue" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7283451620384427269) 2023-10-03T14:50Z 1.8M followers, 230.3K engagements "Cape Cross Namibia the site of this rescue mission draws thousands of tourists annually. This unique destination is the sole location worldwide where you can get up close to a massive colony of Cape fur seals offering a remarkable spectacle. At first glance the seal colony may seem untouched but a closer inspection reveals a distressing sight numerous seals entangled in plastic. How often do we witness the beauty of nature without recognizing the harmful human impact The successful rescue of this single seal is a triumph but it symbolizes the plight of countless marine animals worldwide who" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7288642456265018630) 2023-10-12T12:00Z 1.8M followers, 14.3K engagements "Why is lost or abandoned fishing gear known as ghost gear Abandoned gear can continue to catch and kill marine life for decades perpetuating a cycle of "ghost fishing". The gear is no longer actively used or monitored by fishermen but continues to linger in the oceans posing a hidden and persistent threat to marine life. The solution is removing this trash from the sea but the ideal way forward is to prevent it from entering the ocean in the first place. #ocn #sealrescue #oceanconservationnamibia #babyseal #plasticpollution" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7288648112543993094) 2023-10-14T16:00Z 1.8M followers, 11.9K engagements "If we do not act now who knows what exactly the next generation will face We need to stop turning our ocean into a trash can. We need to make choices that aim at sustainability instead of convenience. At OCN we aim to raise awareness of the plastic pollution crisis to encourage habit changes and hopefully policy changes too. #ocn #awareneness #plasticpollution #ghostgear" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7295678928977480966) 2023-11-01T16:00Z 1.8M followers, 151.2K engagements "Gill nets leave terrible wounds on seals - luckily the cut is clean and there is no infection which gives us hope that the seal will recover well. Why do we not spray the wound with antibiotics Firstly we were advised not to. In addition the seal immediately races to the water following a rescue washing off anything we sprayed on. Finally the salt water does an excellent job of cleaning and healing the wound. What about sharks Won't they smell the blood Along our shores the Cape fur seals are apex predators meaning they are on top of the food chain. There are no major marine predators here" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7295687062068481286) 2023-11-04T14:00Z 1.8M followers, 29.4K engagements "SEAL DISENTANGLEMENT Now that's a BIG BOY We often target the local harbour area where seals constantly get entangled in ocean trash. After a bit of a struggle Naude and Tony manage to cut the strap from the seal's body. #ocn #oceanconservationnamibia #sealrescue" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7306773828863200517) 2023-12-02T16:00Z 1.8M followers, 686.8K engagements "Did you know OCN rescued [---] in [----] Our rescue season has come to an end due to breeding season. We are shocked at the amount of rubbish in our ocean. This needs to stop. #ocn #ocnrescues #sealrescue #plasticpollution" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7312755257778441477) 2023-12-16T16:00Z 1.8M followers, 12.1K engagements "Watch our full videos by following the link in our bio. We rescue seals to raise awareness of the dire state of our oceans. Ocean Conservation Namibia rescues on average [---] seals per year. #ocn #sealrescue #animalrescue #oceanconservation #babyseal #sealpup #sealrescues #namibia #plasticpollution" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7332089489420061957) 2024-02-06T20:00Z 1.8M followers, 180.4K engagements "Seal Bull Rescued From Entanglement: These bulls aren't easy to rescue it takes the strength of three men to get the animal to land so that they can cut the plastic strap from his neck. Did you know OCN has rescued over [---] seals in [----] that's [---] marine animals that could have died from horrible deaths. read more about us by following the link in our bio #seal #ocn #sealrescue #plasticpollutioninthesea #plasticpollution #oceanconservationnamibia #animalrescue" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7334301149601860869) 2024-02-11T20:00Z 1.8M followers, 316.6K engagements "Imagine having to drag this along while swimming in the ocean. The seal likely had a very hard time hunting and would have grown skinny in the coming months due to not being able to catch enough fish. In addition the net was really tight and would have started cutting badly had we not interneved. #ocn #oceanconservationnamibia #plasticpollution #oceanplasticpollution #oceanpollution #sealrescue #rescueseal #rescueanimals" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7341023135971429637) 2024-02-29T20:00Z 1.8M followers, 17.3K engagements "Sometimes only one rescuer approaches the target due to it being a complicated rescue. On this occasion Antoine decides to crawl towards the entangled female seal. Naude and Denzil who stay behind have a little fun with the camera. Yes we had a good chuckle. but at the end of the day we were mostly happy that two seals were rescued in the end the mom and her unborn baby seal. #ocn #oceanconservationnamibia #sealrescue #babyseal #sealrescues #animalrescue #plasticpollution #ghostgear #raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7342830185789607174) 2024-03-08T21:00Z 1.8M followers, [----] engagements "It was this seal's lucky day We've rescued over [----] seal from ocean rubbish Why do we do this To showcase the dire state of our oceans; we are in a plastic pollution crisis and we need our waste management strategies and our throw-away habits to change #ocn #oceanconservationnamibia #sealrescue #animalrescue #plasticpollution" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7351853754179669253) 2024-03-30T20:00Z 1.8M followers, 1.7M engagements "Our Entanglements Are Gone We've always wanted it turned into an artpiece Stay tuned in a few weeks we'll show you what the final product looks like #ocn #oceanconservationnamibia" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7352978345149156613) 2024-04-02T19:30Z 1.8M followers, 13K engagements "We don't know where this piece of fabric originated from. We do know that it passed through a humans' hands at some point and poor waste management strategies allowed it to land in the ocean. We need to change our throw-away culture and prioritise sustainability over convenience. #plasticpollution #ocn #oceanconservationnamibia #oceanpollution #sealrescue #sealrescues" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7354270570122398982) 2024-04-05T20:00Z 1.8M followers, 1.1M engagements "The team have become skilled at identifying recaptures but in this case Tony was not sure if the seal was clean of an entanglement. Luckily he made sure Now the seal is free to enter the ocean without a piece of man-made material entangled around his body. #ocn #oceanconservationnamibia #plasticpollution #oceanpollution" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7354271534908853510) 2024-04-07T20:00Z 1.8M followers, 89.2K engagements "This poor littel guy would have never made it had the rescue team not removed the entanglement from the seal's body. Please please please pick up your trash discard of it appropriately never leave anything on the beach or near a river. You are a marine animal rescuer when you remove trash from the ocean thank you to all who help us #ocn #oceanconservationnamibia #sealrescue #animalrescue" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7356863059442339078) 2024-04-12T06:26Z 1.8M followers, 2.9M engagements "Why don't we ever put medicine on the wound We have been advised by leading pinniped specialists that unless we can keep the animal in a sanctuary for rehabilitation we should avoid applying medicines to their wounds. Topical creams and ointments would wash off as soon as the fur seal goes in the water while water-resistant sprays may lock in bacteria and aggravate their injuries. We see healthy recaptures every single day proof that seawater acts as a very efficient wound cleaner and that Cape fur seals are extremely resilient animals. #ocn #Sealrescue #animalrescue #oceanconservationnamibia" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7357780374761606406) 2024-04-15T20:00Z 1.8M followers, 127.5K engagements "Ghost gear lost or abandoned fishing gear is one of the main contributors to ocean pollution. #ocn #oceanconservationamibia #plasticpollution #plasticwaste #ghostgear #fishinggear #sealrescue #animalrescue" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7359166287299333381) 2024-04-22T20:00Z 1.8M followers, 18.4K engagements "Throwback to when we caught our 600th seal last year OCN has rescued over [----] seals thus far. #ocn #oceanconservationnamibia #sealrescue #animalrescue" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7359174915863497990) 2024-04-24T20:00Z 1.8M followers, 35.2K engagements "HUGE Seal Bull Saved From Entanglement Visit ocnamibia.org to learn more about our rescue team and the work we do. #ocn #oceanconservationnamibia #sealrescue #animalrescue" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7362222932774571269) 2024-05-02T17:25Z 1.8M followers, 1M engagements "Did you know that Ocean Conservation Namibia has a YouTube channel with our full videos We always feel these shorted videos do not explain the rescue in as much detail as we would have hoped. Learn more by following the link in our bio or visit ocnamibia.org #ocn #oceanconservationnamibia #sealrescue #plasticpollution #animalrescue" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7366541481215069445) 2024-05-10T20:45Z 1.8M followers, 21.2K engagements "In spite of Namibia being one of the least populated countries in the world we have encountered any type of ghost fishing gear plastic bags textiles including hats pants shirts and bras packing straps ropes gaskets and even a full soccer net and a toilet seat once. Ghost fishing gear remains our biggest challenge and most common entanglement and it comes as no surprise that this baby seal got entangled at such a young age. #ocn #pollution #plastic #oceanconservationnamibia #sealrescue" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7383048882739006725) 2024-06-21T20:00Z 1.8M followers, 125.5K engagements "In [----] alone Ocean Conservation Namibia rescued [---] Cape fur seals from entanglements. We are dedicated to raising awareness of the plastic pollution crisis by showcasing our rescues on video. We are not solving the problem the problem needs a collective effort We need every person to use less plastic to live more sustainbly to support industries that truly support this goal. Do you part right where you are #ocn #oceanconservationnamibia #sealrescue" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7384902987581295878) 2024-06-26T19:55Z 1.8M followers, 24.5K engagements "Have you ever wondered why we do not use drones in our rescues We do indeed make use of drones. Primarily for surveying colonies and assessing extremely technical rescues but locating an entangled seal which was spotted by the drone is just as difficult as using our regular spotting equipment. Due to current local laws it is extremely hard to get the appropriate permits for posting content produced from drones. Learn more about Ocean Conservation Namibia by visiting ocnamibia.org #ocn #sealrescues #oceanconservationnamibia #plasticpollution #animalrescue" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7391813400721886469) 2024-07-20T20:10Z 1.8M followers, 41.5K engagements "Only some of our Cape Fur Seals are used to humans especially in the areas frequented by tourists and kayakers. Most of our seals have never interacted with people and run away as soon as they see us approaching. Even Denzil cannot run fast enough to get to them before they escape into the waves and we sometimes revert to chasing our target by car. It helps us when there are many other seals on the beach they block each other from the ocean and buy us valuable time. Everything goes downhill when Naude's net is all tangled up but his team reacts fast and they all jump in to save this seal from" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7403649055336697093) 2024-08-20T08:30Z 1.8M followers, 20.4K engagements "Such an incredibly cute interaction between two seals rescued from entanglement Their bond is like a little "survivor's self-help" group for disentangled seals. The only way to protect our marine animals is by stopping ocean pollution and cleaning up the plastic already there. #ocn #ocnstats #sealrescues #plasticpollution #ghostgear #animal #animalrescue" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7418147750270733574) 2024-09-29T22:00Z 1.8M followers, 50.2K engagements "The beach at Cape Cross is on a downhill slope and this surprisingly energetic seal seems to be making a quick getaway. Despite his efforts to avoid being caught the seal rescuer knows he has no choice but to grab him and free the feisty animal from a piece of fishing line. #ocn #ocnstats #sealrescues #plasticpollution #ghostgear #animal #animalrescue" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7422950894955760902) 2024-10-12T08:55Z 1.8M followers, 60.8K engagements "Big seal bulls have survived many natural challenges from starvation and disease to fierce battles with other bulls and predators. Their size is a testament to their strength and resilience. But none of these skills can protect them from plastic pollution. Its an unfair battle where even the strongest marine animals are defenseless. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7423334297572101381) 2024-10-14T07:00Z 1.8M followers, 353.6K engagements "OCN rescuer Naude helps a seal get rid of a painful entanglement. As the seal is freed he seems to "hug" his rescuer's hands almost as if hes saying thank you. While Naude knows seals don't express emotions like humans do he couldnt help but laugh and enjoy the cuteness of the moment. It's a sweet reminder of the special connections we can make with wildlife even in serious situations. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7423335687396560134) 2024-10-17T07:00Z 1.8M followers, 30.4K engagements "On the beaches at Cape Cross ten thousands of seals find a safe space to rest. But some of them are entangled in ocean debris especially recreational fishing line. They might not be aware of the danger they are on but others are already in severe pain from deep cuts or they struggle to breathe or move around freely. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7424458827874962694) 2024-10-20T07:00Z 1.8M followers, 83.6K engagements "Baby Seal Saved From Entanglement #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7426636282924764422) 2024-10-25T07:20Z 1.8M followers, 18.5K engagements "Fishing Line Hooked Into Seal Fishing lines with hooks that break off during fishing pose a serious threat to seals and other marine life. When these lines are lost in the water they often remain nearly invisible and create a hidden danger for unsuspecting animals. Fish birds turtles seals and other marine creatures can easily get entangled in the lines or caught on the hooks. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7429688344482778374) 2024-11-01T07:00Z 1.8M followers, 37.6K engagements "When an entangled seal has suffered long enough to show clear signs of starvation the entanglement sometimes loosens up a bit. The animal is still not able to reverse out of it or shake it off without help even if the entanglement has not grown into the animal's flesh. The brief loosening of the entanglement offers no real relief. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7431539864081812741) 2024-11-07T12:30Z 1.8M followers, 55.2K engagements "No love lost here Instead of showing gratitude for his rescue the seal growls and nearly attacks Naude But we totally understand the seal's attitude. Humans are usually not kind to seals and this one seems to know all about it. His fierce reaction is a reminder that wild animals have strong instincts to protect themselves and staying away from humans is the safest choice for them. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7431541715921685765) 2024-11-09T12:35Z 1.8M followers, 19.7K engagements "The rescue pole is OCN's most successful tool at the Walvis Bay Harbour. Seals are used to humans around them and they don't feel threatened by us and allow us to get close enough to cut them free with one quick motion. They usually mind their own business and rest or sunbathe next to the fishing factories. Their proximity to the fishing factories is also the reason why so many of the few seals in this area continue to get entangled - there is simply too much rubbish in the area. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7432253058156875013) 2024-11-11T10:35Z 1.8M followers, 11.4K engagements "#ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7434058704342781239) 2024-11-15T12:20Z 1.8M followers, 24.3K engagements "Construction hats or hard hats are essential safety gear used on construction sites all over the world. Youll see them in use at building projects roadwork sites or even when crews are working near the water on docks and bridges. These hats are designed to protect workers from falling debris and other potential hazards. If one of these construction hats gets lost or accidentally ends up in the ocean it becomes part of the vast amount of debris that floats out to sea. Seals are naturally playful and inquisitive creatures." [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7438200065723813175) 2024-11-17T10:55Z 1.8M followers, 36.8K engagements "That was easy Naude just had to open the rescue net and the entangled seal jumped right in. We like to believe that he knew who we were and came for assistance but we are well aware that seals do not understand the concept of plastic entanglement or seeking help from humans. It was high time for him a loop of packing strap had hurt him badly and left a bleeding wound behind. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7438572544942263608) 2024-11-18T11:00Z 1.8M followers, 35.9K engagements "Seals are scared of us. As much as we like to believe that they can feel our good intentions: they can't. They are often compromised from pain and they fear for their lives when they see us running towards them. This little baby seal summoned all his courage and bravely stood his ground against the human attackers. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7439636740693888312) 2024-11-21T07:50Z 1.8M followers, 259.6K engagements "The OCN crew had the opportunity to patrol a new area about 60km South of Pelican Point. We had received reports about entangled seals from local tour operators and we decided to look for ourselves. With over a million Cape Fur Seals along the Namibian Coastline alone we often wonder how bad the entanglement situation actually is. We will never be able to save all of them but we had a very successful morning with [--] rescues. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7440009110189280567) 2024-11-22T07:55Z 1.8M followers, 11.3K engagements "Fishing line is thin and durable. If an animal becomes entangled in a ball or even one loop of fishing line the fishing line will turn into a sharp blade and cut through skin and flesh without much resistance. Fishing line is designed to withstand as much pressure as possible and a young seal's slow growth is not enough to break it. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7441499892784188728) 2024-11-26T08:20Z 1.8M followers, 65.1K engagements "The rocks at Cape Cross have formed a series of pools and these pools are not your typical clear ocean water. Instead they're filled with a foul mix of ocean water and seal waste creating a smell that is overwhelming to say the least. The stench is unbearable and the sight of the muck is disgusting. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7444089749968538935) 2024-12-03T07:50Z 1.8M followers, 14.7K engagements "Naude is taking his daughter Marley along - maybe she will be another next generation seal rescuer soon just like her brother Dylan It's only a very small part of a gill net we find wrapped around a small seal's neck but it would have been enough to kill the small animal. The netting becomes as sharp as a razor blade once the seal's natural growth puts a bit of pressure on it. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7444460841551940919) 2024-12-04T07:50Z 1.8M followers, 41.9K engagements "We are not sure what this white synthetic net had been used for. Maybe it was used to secure cargo Maybe it fell over board by accident or it was discarded from one of the many vessels passing through our waters Synthetic fibers do not break down easily it takes decades or even longer. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7444833237802814776) 2024-12-05T07:55Z 1.8M followers, 62.7K engagements "At Mowe Bay a baby seal was found on the rocks with a gill net tightly wrapped around its neck causing an infected wound. The pup was in visible pain and our rescue team carefully cut away strands of the net before finally removing it. Gill net entanglements can prevent proper feeding restrict growth and lead to serious infections and deaths in marine mammals. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7445576814119931142) 2024-12-07T08:00Z 1.8M followers, 36.6K engagements "This seal is entangled in a pair of safety goggles - a tool designed to protect us. But for him its a life-threatening trap.Theres an irony here. We use items like these for our own safety yet when they end up in the ocean no one considers the safety of the animals that call it home. A discarded piece of plastic - something as small as a pair of goggles - can cause unimaginable harm to marine life. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7445947861696597253) 2024-12-08T08:00Z 1.8M followers, 22.4K engagements "It is hard to watch rescuers Hawain and Antoine as they dig deep into the seal's skin to remove a loop of commercial fishing line. They cannot pull it out in one smooth motion as in most cases there seem to be several knots blocking the line inside the wound. Situations like this are unfortunately the norm for the rescue team they often have to perform ad hoc field surgeries on the beaches. They never know what to expect. Even the smallest and thinnest piece of plastic of fishing line can cause deep and painful wounds. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7447030190955384069) 2024-12-11T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 18.5K engagements "Deep and painful cuts are unfortunately a reality for all marine animals that get entangled in fishing line or fishing nets. As the animal grows or just moves around the fishing line starts to dig deep into the animals flesh until starvation infection or suffocation end its life. Depending on the exact location and severity of the entanglement seals can survive with this injury for a long time but this time will be spent in pain and agony. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7447401244294941957) 2024-12-12T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 50.3K engagements "Baby Seal Saved From Sun Hat. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7447772223278025990) 2024-12-13T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 1.1M engagements "A sizable seal bull was seen resting on the fenders of the Walvis Bay jetty with a plastic strip caught around its neck. To prevent the bull from jumping into the water the rescue team first chased away the other seals and cautiously moved toward their target. Using a long hook they managed to cut through the strip and free the seal which appeared unfazed by the rescue. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7448901052088208646) 2024-12-16T07:00Z 1.8M followers, 65.4K engagements "On a cold morning at Pelican Point our OCN Rescue team noticed a Cape fur seal with what appeared to be an elastic band tightly wound around its neck. Despite the seal's efforts to escape the rescuer acted swiftly securing the seal and carefully removing the rubber that had become stuck. Once freed the seal quickly bolted back into the ocean. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7450385398565489926) 2024-12-20T07:00Z 1.8M followers, 40.9K engagements "Baby Seal Saved From Entanglement. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7451127523724905734) 2024-12-22T07:00Z 1.8M followers, 419.3K engagements "A baby seal was spotted in a colony with a plastic strap around its neck. Plastic debris can entangle marine life for decades posing a long-term threat to ocean creatures. Fortunately the strap hadn't caused any injury and the pup was safely freed. Hes one lucky pup but this highlights the dangers of leaving plastic in the sea. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7451498678897872133) 2024-12-23T07:00Z 1.8M followers, [----] engagements "The rescue team spotted a seal cow with a bright blue plastic strap around its neck. To ensure a successful capture they carefully secured the aggressive seal and removed the strap. Fortunately the seal was unharmed and remained healthy but many other marine animals may not be as lucky next time. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7452240838383488261) 2024-12-25T07:00Z 1.8M followers, 53.6K engagements "Our rescue team spotted a seal rushing toward the water with signs of an entanglement around its neck. Upon closer inspection they found a thick rope tightly wrapped around the young seal's chest a threat that could cause severe pain and suffering if not removed. Entanglements like this are a global issue affecting marine mammals and contributing to population declines for some species. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7452611885607832838) 2024-12-26T07:00Z 1.8M followers, 24.7K engagements "Our OCN crew spotted a seal pup tangled in a recreational fishing line. To prevent the seal from panicking and fleeing into the ocean the team had to maintain a careful distance before successfully capturing the pup cutting away the line and setting it free. Recreational fishing lines are a major cause of seal entanglements often leading to difficulty in eating severe injuries and even death. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7452982981523705093) 2024-12-27T07:00Z 1.8M followers, 61.4K engagements "An OCN rescuer spotted a juvenile Cape fur seal entangled in fishing line around its neck. To avoid alarming the nearby colony the rescuer carefully crawled closer to the targeted seal. Fortunately he successfully caught the seal and safely removed the fishing line. Ghost fishing gear is the most common entanglement for marine animals. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7453354018354646277) 2024-12-28T07:00Z 1.8M followers, 36.8K engagements "Today our team came across two seal pups one tragically entangled in a rope that had caused a severe wound around its neck. Despite initial fear and hostility our rescuer stayed calm gently reassuring the pup that he understood the pain. In a heartwarming moment the pup finally let us help marking the start of his recovery journey. This truly was his lucky day. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7453725111384853766) 2024-12-29T07:00Z 1.8M followers, 27K engagements "Our rescue team spotted a chubby bull stuck in a colony dangerously entangled in a commercial fishing line. Fearing he'd escape into the water our team tried catching him with a net but his big shoulders wouldn't fit What followed was a wild struggle as the bull put up a fight. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7456307238253219078) 2025-01-05T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 27.3K engagements "Our team successfully rescued a young seal pup caught in a tough packaging strap One of the most frequent and dangerous forms of entanglement we encounter on an average basis. Packaging straps are incredibly strong and resilient. If they arent removed in time they can tighten around a seals neck flippers or mouth leading to serious injuries and eventually a painful death. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7456678357527219462) 2025-01-06T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 16.2K engagements "Household waste can be just as harmful as discarded fishing gear when it enters the ocean. Our team discovered a young seal fighting to breathe as a plastic bag tightened around its neck. Although the pup resisted we were able to remove the entanglement and release it safely. It was a narrow escape #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7457420558863437061) 2025-01-08T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 22.5K engagements "Naud stumbles upon a seal who is fully covered in an item of clothing. #ocn #oceanconservationnamibia #sealrescues #plasticpollution #raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7460389237981023493) 2025-01-16T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 26.6K engagements "OCN rescuers Denzil Hawain and Antoine capture a female seal with a loop of fishing line around her neck. It is not surprising that marine animals get caught in fishing lines because they are found all over the oceans. Fishing lines are often left behind by commercial or recreational fishermen or they are lost from boats. These lines can float in the water and are designed to be difficult for animals to see. Many seals get tangled in them without realizing it until the line starts cutting them or they mistake the lines for food or plants. The result is always the same: immense suffering and" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7461131390436887814) 2025-01-18T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 26.8K engagements "FAQ How Do We Spot Entangled Seals #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7462244638015900933) 2025-01-21T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 10K engagements "Initially the seal bull didn't want to get into the rescue net and then the rescuers could not get him out anymore After successfully removing a piece of commercial fishing line from this big and strong seal bull he refused to cooperate with the rescuers and forced Hawain to jump around him to try and get him out. Luckily Denzil and Antoine were on standby and together they managed to get him back into the ocean. Listen carefully for Antoine's giggles in the background #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7463357880729734406) 2025-01-24T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 622.5K engagements "Did the seal think that he might be invisible if he stays close to the others The rescuers had already spotted him. They knew he was in trouble from a simple piece of flimsy plastic around his neck. Even though the plastic might seem harmless it turns into a fatal trap even for a fully grown and healthy seal. Our dock seals are exposed to a lot of industrial and fishing related plastic rubbish some of them have been entangled multiple times over the past few years. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7463728964528311557) 2025-01-25T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 17.3K engagements "We have no clue where this piece of plastic originated. It might have been part of a seal a bucket a machine some plastic packaging or even a toy. The first indications of a larger plastic pollution issue were discovered back in the 1960s - over [--] years ago Since then minimal effort has been made to curb the production of new plastic waste let alone address the plastic already polluting our environment. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7467439789122309381) 2025-02-04T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 326.4K engagements "Baby Seal Saved From Plastic Strap. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7469295229674343685) 2025-02-09T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 50.4K engagements "Seal Rescued From Veggie Bag. #ocn #oceanconservationnamibia #sealrescues #plasticpollution #raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7469666331462421815) 2025-02-10T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 58.2K engagements "Rescuer Antoine did everything possible to make the rescue quick and as pain-free as he could but the reality is that deeply embedded fishing lines can't be removed without causing some pain. Seal rescue work is deeply rewarding but its far from glamorous. There are no heartwarming moments of bonding with injured or frightened seals. Instead rescuers often inflict temporary pain and trauma on animals that dont understand theyre being helped. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7471150720943787270) 2025-02-14T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 23.8K engagements "Plastic packing straps urgently need to be replaced with an eco-friendly alternative. These straps often end up in the ocean where they can take hundreds of years to degrade. In the meantime they pose a deadly threat. They entangle injure and kill marine animals sometimes multiple times. The true scale of the problem is largely invisible as it unfolds below the surface or the ocean. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7471521725260369157) 2025-02-15T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 333.5K engagements "Trawling is very common in Namibia. Bottom trawling mainly targets hake midwater trawling targets horse mackerel. The method is easy to understand: large trawler fishing nets are used to catch fish or other sea creatures by dragging the nets along the ocean floor or through the water column. They are highly effective for capturing large quantities of fish but are extremely damaging as they destroy delicate seabed habitats. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7472263938583940357) 2025-02-17T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 41.4K engagements "Todays rescue features a particularly feisty little seal who gives Denzil quite the challenge This spirited seal pup isnt having any of it attacking the rescue net with determination and showing off some impressive moves. We admire his fighting spirit. If he brings that same energy to avoiding plastic in the future we predict a long healthy life ahead for him. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7473377159768231174) 2025-02-20T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 69.8K engagements "FAQ Why Dont We Use Drones Many of you have asked us to use a drone to spot entangled seals and we understand your reasoning. However in this video we will explain why we dont use them in our operations. We will answer more FAQs in the future. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7475232625939057926) 2025-02-25T06:00Z 1.8M followers, [----] engagements "At every successful rescue patrol the OCN team faces the heartbreaking reality of ocean pollution. Plastic waste and discarded fishing lines are silent killers trapping and slowly strangling countless seals. To save the entangled ones we have to chase entire groups into the water. From the outside they look calm. But make no mistake they are terrified. Seals see us as predators unsure of whats coming next. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7475974784564710711) 2025-02-27T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 55.7K engagements "This tiny seal snarls at his rescuers - and who could blame him Hes not even a year old yet hes already tangled in a deadly trap of discarded fishing line. To him every human must seem like a threat another predator out to harm him. A feisty young seal like this should be battling the currents learning to fight real rivals and one day growing into a powerful alpha bull. Instead hes forced to face an invisible enemy - plastic pollution. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7478201317350034694) 2025-03-05T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 30K engagements "OCN rescuers Hawain and Antoine have to rescue a young seal tightly wrapped in a bundle of snoek fishing line. It's one of the more common fishing lines used in Namibian waters for fishing. Its a thick super-strong line designed to withstand the sharp teeth and powerful fight of snoek. This line is made to never break no matter what struggles against it. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7479685599708843269) 2025-03-09T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 30.6K engagements "Its so simple for us. With hands and tools cutting through a tattered shirt takes just a few seconds. For a seal its an impossible battle. No hands no tools and no way out. This rescue highlights the reality of marine entanglements caused by clothing plastic and other human waste ending up in the ocean. What might seem harmless on land becomes a deadly trap underwater as it slowly tightens cuts and eventually kills. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7481169965194808582) 2025-03-13T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 65.3K engagements "The Ocean Conservation Namibia rescue team discovered yet another seal hopelessly tangled in a bundle of discarded fishing line. Fishing line is designed to be strong durable and deadly - and it doesnt care if it catches a fish or a seal. Once an animal gets caught theres no escape. Every movement pulls the line tighter cutting into flesh causing pain infection and ultimately a slow cruel death. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7481912097551551799) 2025-03-15T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 69.4K engagements "#ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7483767561436302597) 2025-03-20T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 29.7K engagements "Not all rescues happen in the on timebut this one did. Our OCN team spots an entangled seal before the fishing line has had a chance to cut into her skin. Unlike injured animals that fear humans due to pain this young seal is unaware of the danger shes in making the rescue swift and stress-free. In the wild weakened animals are the first to fall victim to predators. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7486365179647708422) 2025-03-27T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 10.7K engagements "#ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7488220607427939639) 2025-04-01T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 1.6M engagements "Fresh entanglements are always a relief for our team because they are the least damaging for the animals. The seal is usually unaware of the danger has not yet suffered serious injuries and the rescue is often quick and straightforward. In this case the extra loops of fishing line posed a major risk - if another seal or marine animal had gotten caught it very quickly would have turned into a deadly situation for both. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7490447146789915909) 2025-04-07T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 49.1K engagements "Only at the end of the rescue does the OCN team realize that this seal has been carrying a very old originally yellow flipper tag. Each year the Namibian Ministry of Fisheries tags a small number of newborn seals to track their growth movement and survival rates. Over time these tags wear down and fade making it impossible to trace the seals origins. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7491560348995144965) 2025-04-10T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 14.6K engagements "Sometimes the problem isnt just big industry or large-scale fishing operations - its us as individuals contributing to the mess in our oceans. We usually think of plastic pollution as bottles bags and fishing nets but textiles are a major issue too. Old clothes shoes and fabric scraps dont just disappear when dumped into the sea. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7491931484681473285) 2025-04-11T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 384.9K engagements "Antoine gets a serious workout in this high-stakes rescue. The ocean gives seals the perfect escape route and rescuers know they often have only ONE chance to catch an entangled seal. If this seal had slipped away he might never have been found again. The culprit A packing strap that cuts into the seals skin. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7498239882872016183) 2025-04-28T06:00Z 1.8M followers, [----] engagements "At least the rescue was quick but this baby seals suffering was anything but. A thin strand of recreational fishing line had sliced through his fur and skin like a knife leaving a deep painful wound. Without intervention it would have only gotten worse. This little pup is still nursing from his mom meaning hes growing fast. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7498982052751183109) 2025-04-30T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 32.5K engagements "Most of the time the seals run before we get close in a panicked blur of movement across the sand. But this one was nearly left behind. She was entangled in a loop of fishing line binding her flipper and when the rest of the colony ran she simply couldnt follow as fast. She became an easy target for our rescue team not because she trusted us but because she had no choice. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7502321846881160453) 2025-05-09T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 47.1K engagements "This big guy had other plans. The moment we approached it was clear: no sleepy hook rescue today. He fought back hard throwing the rescuer off balance and onto the concrete before shaking off the net like a pro. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7506774909234941190) 2025-05-21T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 12.5K engagements "Even after rescuing thousands of seals it never gets easier. Every entangled animal is a life in pain. A life wounded not by nature but by human negligence. This young seal was caught in a loop of fishing line so fine and sharp it cut into his skin with every movement. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7507145930118810886) 2025-05-22T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 12.5K engagements "This young seal is tangled in a shocking amount of fishing line. Its hard not to imagine what the ocean must look like below the surface: a vast underwater spiderweb made not of silk but of plastic nylon and waste - spun not by nature but by human negligence. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7507888113948052742) 2025-05-24T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 687.7K engagements "A simple zip - but the right zip. In this intense rescue our team encounters a seal bull with a deep painful injury caused by razor-thin fishing line. The line isnt just wrapped around the animal - its buried in his flesh. Rescuer Denzil uses the double-zip feature of our rescue net to open the opposite side and access the line safely. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7508259180298456325) 2025-05-25T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 14.6K engagements "Cape Cross is unlike any other seal colony. With over [------] Cape fur seals its the largest Cape Fur Seal colony. Unlike Pelican Point or other colonies the seals here are used to seeing tourists. Seals here watch us they react - but they dont panic right away. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7508630283931913528) 2025-05-26T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 18.9K engagements "Its definitely not fair that rescuer Antoine gets bitten more than anyone else in the OCN team- but maybe its just part of the job when youre this dedicated. Whether its bad luck or bold moves Antoines hands are always on the front lines. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7509001356972248376) 2025-05-27T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 44.2K engagements "Sometimes we go in without seeing an entangled seal we just trust the season and the stats. This time of year entanglement cases are at a high and were confident that larger groups hide injured animals. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7509743527555828997) 2025-05-29T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 11.9K engagements "Seal vs Fishing Net #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7510485688631004422) 2025-05-31T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 11.8K engagements "With thousands of Cape fur seals crowding the beach its almost impossible to spot the one seal in distress. But the OCN team somehow does. Their trained eyes catch the smallest most subtle signs - a faint glint of fishing line an unusual movement a slight limp. They keep training keep refining their strategies and keep trying to be better. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7510856772941270328) 2025-06-01T06:00Z 1.8M followers, [----] engagements "She did not appreciate the rescue net and made sure Hawain knew it. But his patience paid off and a painful loop of fishing line was removed. What makes this rescue even sadder is the location: Torra Bay one of Namibias most remote and pristine coastal stretches in the Skeleton Coast is far away from any town or city. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7511227844983344440) 2025-06-02T06:00Z 1.8M followers, [----] engagements "We cannot imagine the pain this little seal must have suffered Not just when we found him but long before and even now as he begins to heal. He was lucky. We were able to intervene in time. Gill nets have been banned in many parts of the world yet some fishermen continue to use them. Its a constant battle to remove this cruel gear from our oceans and protect the wildlife. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7512341130344795448) 2025-06-05T06:00Z 1.8M followers, [----] engagements ""This Is Dangerous" Baby seal saved from bundle of commercial fishing line. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7516794210498923832) 2025-06-17T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 86.8K engagements "This time of year every rescue trip brings more than we bargain for. We never know what well findhow many seals are entangled how badly theyre injured or how long each rescue will take. But one thing is certain: we go in ready for anything. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7518649546835102981) 2025-06-22T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 24.5K engagements "This young female seal wasnt in the mood for a thank you. The moment Antoine cut her free from the packing strap entanglement she charged him with full force While her gratitude might be questionable her spirit isnt. We love a seal with some fight left in her. Its a sign of resilience and strength and exactly the attitude she needs to survive. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7519391722053356856) 2025-06-24T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 1.1M engagements "#ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7520133934940785925) 2025-06-26T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 38.1K engagements "Skeleton Coast Trip Highlights The OCN rescue team visited the Skeleton Coast National Park from the 22nd of June to - 24th of June. The team visited the Cape fur seal colonies at Cape Cross Torra Bay Terrace Bay and Mowe Bay. The Skeleton Coast is further away from our closer seal colonies (Pelican Point & Cape Cross) but we try to visit there at least once a month. During this two-day trip we successfully rescued a total of [--] entangled Cape fur seals. Although we didn't hit the numbers we normally get on this trip it was a success nonetheless. We will share more details in our upcoming" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7520505073709911352) 2025-06-27T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 35.2K engagements "Seal Rescue With Spectators #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7521247171442658566) 2025-06-29T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 39.2K engagements "From a surprising distance OCN rescuers Hawain and Antoine spot something dangerous: a white ribbon around the neck of a nursing pup. It turns out to be an old rope slowly cutting into his throat. Its a delicate moment. The baby is still drinking from its mother. But if the pair escapes the mother might not return quickly leaving her pup hungry for hours or days. They make the call to intervene. Antoine tells the pup to go tell mummy youre safe. If only it worked that way. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7521618284639194374) 2025-06-30T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 4M engagements "What started as someones protective gear meant to save and protect someone's life almost ended a seals life. While patrolling the docks of Walvis Bay Harbour OCN rescuers Hawain and Antoine spot a seal wearing safety goggles like a twisted necklace. Luckily this seal frequents one of our known rescue hotspots. These goggles likely fell into the ocean during boat maintenance and the seal started playing with them and got entangled. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7521989334824733958) 2025-07-01T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 9.7M engagements "Seal Saved On The Rocks #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7522360440278682885) 2025-07-02T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 32.6K engagements "41 Seals Saved In One Day #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7522731567962246406) 2025-07-03T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 21.4K engagements "While most hooks might eventually rust out they can still cause infections or pain that interferes with feeding. Its a risk for the seal. and for us. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7523102650297060664) 2025-07-04T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 34.7K engagements "Whether careless or intentional it makes no difference to the seal. The rubber ring cut deep into his neck. If we hadnt found him it would have ended in a slow silent death. Ocean litter doesnt just float away. It stays. It strangles. And it tells a story of negligence that no one is being held accountable for. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7523473696556715270) 2025-07-05T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 25.7K engagements "While this time the tried-and-tested long rescue hook saves the day again the real issue remains: nothing is changing. The same litter the same entanglements the same suffering week after week. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7523844772251880760) 2025-07-06T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 99.5K engagements "Trawling is one of the most destructive fishing methods in use today. Its giant nets drag across the seabed flattening habitats and scooping up everything in their path. David Attenborough's eye-opening documentary "Oceans" shows us this devastation in vivid detail. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7524215856310652165) 2025-07-07T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 31.5K engagements "Plastics like box straps are designed to be strong strong enough to secure tons of freight. But everyday use plastic shopping bags are thin and flimsy giving us the impression that they can't cause serious harm. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7524586954495659270) 2025-07-08T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 16.9K engagements "#ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7525329064211664134) 2025-07-10T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 17.4K engagements "Baby Seal Saved From Death Trap. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7525700245091585286) 2025-07-11T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 20.6K engagements "Gill nets are banned in most parts of the world for a reason: they are indiscriminate killers. These fine nearly invisible mesh nets trap anything that swims into them including endangered species and marine mammals. Thats why their use is strictly prohibited in Namibian waters. According to the fishing industry gill nets are not in use here. And yet here we are again. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7526071262163062072) 2025-07-12T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 27.2K engagements "This seals deep wound was caused by a bundle of discarded snoek fishing line a common but devastating marine entanglement source. Snoek fishing is fast and intense. Fishermen haul in fish using handlines strong nylon or monofilament cords. When these lines get tangled (and they often do ) many fishermen just cut off the bundle and throw it overboard. Its quicker and no one stops them. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7526442355994430726) 2025-07-13T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 27.2K engagements "It doesnt take much - this young Cape fur seal pup is tangled in a loop of discarded fishing line likely weighing less than [--] grams. We rescue seals like this every day but the problem is only getting worse. Unless we change our relationship with ocean waste were headed for a world where marine life chokes quietly beneath the surface. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7526813451059039493) 2025-07-14T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 23.5K engagements "This seal was found with a box strap embedded deep in its neck partially hidden partially slicing him open. Most of the box straps we encounter come from bait boxes used in the fishing industry. All it would take is a single change: cut the loop before disposal. Its simple effective and could prevent countless entanglements like this one. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7527184548166225158) 2025-07-15T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 15.6K engagements "These materials are only single-use for us. For seals they are long-term killers. Unlike humans they cant tear their way out. As the seal grows the plastic tightens cutting off blood flow restricting movement and often leading to a slow death by starvation or infection. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7527555616529796358) 2025-07-16T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 14.9K engagements "It takes a lot of skill and experience to scan for entangled seals in a group of a couple of hundred seals running for the water. We have to be quick to act when we spot a seal so it doesn't get away. We may make it look easy but it took us years to become the experts we are today. On top of that we continue learning new ways and methods to make our work easier and less stressful for the seals we rescue. #ocn #oceanconservationnamibia #sealrescues #plasticpollution #raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7527926719886527749) 2025-07-17T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 24.6K engagements "The seal was tied up in discarded fishing line like a Christmas present. It took only seconds to net her untangle the mess and set her free. She ran back to the ocean - a scene that looks hopeful on the surface. But we know whats waiting for her out there: more of the same. More ghost gear more industrial waste more packaging and forgotten plastic items swirling in the waves. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7528297788086537528) 2025-07-18T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 21.9K engagements "The little seal pup played with something he shouldn't have: a single use white plastic shopping bag. How is he supposed to know that a this object is a potent killer and one of the biggest threats to marine creatures around the globe Plastics are man-made they are not natural. Marine animals including seals had very little time to adapt to a new plastic-filled habitat. While seals are not endangered in Namibia many other marine species are. #ocn #oceanconservationnamibia #sealrescues #plasticpollution #raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7528668846291569925) 2025-07-19T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 10.3K engagements "#ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7529039929725193478) 2025-07-20T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 13.6K engagements "This seal pup is so small he practically disappears inside the baby net. He was found entangled in a loop of bright yellow recreational fishing line something likely discarded by a beachgoer after a day of fishing. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7529411080234224902) 2025-07-21T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 22.3K engagements "When we find an entangled seal we dont know what would have ended her life first. The rope slowly cutting deeper the infection spreading through her wound or the simple fact that she can no longer eat. This young female was painfully thin. The rope hadnt sliced deeply yet but it had already done its damage: restricting movement interfering with feeding slowly pushing her toward starvation. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7529782143417978117) 2025-07-22T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 12.4K engagements "Todays ropes are almost entirely made from synthetic materials. They dont break down and they dont disappear. They remain in the ocean for decades or centuries entangling and killing wildlife along the way. Even so-called natural fibres take longer to break down than an entangled seal can survive. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7530524347815955717) 2025-07-24T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 10.2K engagements "New Record [--] Seals Rescued In One Day On Wednesday the OCN crew went on a rescue trip to Cape Cross. We recently had our biggest day at Pelican Point with [--] seals rescued in a single day. We never expected to surpass that number anytime soon. We normally get such numbers as a total for the month. To get this many in one day is truly mind-boggling. We kept spotting more and more entangled seals in every group. Truth is this number could've been even crazier because we also missed several seals. We're currently on [---] rescues for the year with just under [--] months of rescues remaining." [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7530895454192684344) 2025-07-25T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 10.4K engagements "Mission Possible: Baby Seal Running For The Water #ocn#oceanconservation#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7531266468520971576) 2025-07-26T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 23.1K engagements "Seal Saved From Plastic Strap. Our seals are resilient creatures and can survive harsh natural conditions but they can easily be taken down by a few carelessly discarded grams of plastic. No matter how small and insignificant a plastic strap may seem this video is a reminder that human-made waste wreaks havoc on marine life all over the world. #ocn#oceanconservation#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7531637543721241861) 2025-07-27T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 1.2M engagements "Rescuer Antoine has a habit of talking to his seals during rescue. Soft reassurances calm words and the occasional dont bite me. Today is no different. He found a seal tangled in fishing line and as always explained every step with patience and kindness. The seal however was not impressed. The second he was free he turned around snarled and bolted across the beach without even a glance back. #ocn#oceanconservation#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7532008638274194694) 2025-07-28T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 23.2K engagements "Baby Seal Saved From Strap. Commercial plastic packaging straps are a growing threat to marine animals. Even the strongest and healthiest pups like this fat baby seal stand no chance against an unnatural and unfair enemy like plastic packaging straps. Although confused the pup seemed relieved as we removed the strap quickly hurried back to the sea. #ocn#oceanconservation#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7532379748610100486) 2025-07-29T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 180.3K engagements "Antoine channels full ninja energy in this one. Inching closer over [--] long minutes to a massive sleeping seal bull. The animal used to human movement around the harbour stays fast asleep and thats all Antoine needs. With one quick move he loops the rescue hoop around the bulls neck and pulls off another tight white box strap. Its possible this seal has been rescued before. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7532750823437258040) 2025-07-30T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 554.3K engagements "Rescuer Saves Baby Seal From Plastic Strap #ocn#oceanconservation#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7534606240924667192) 2025-08-04T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 328.5K engagements "Baby Seal Saved From Entanglement #ocn#oceanconservation#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7537203841217940792) 2025-08-11T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 465.8K engagements "Entangled in plastic The injured seal was clearly compromised and while the others might have been keeping warm resting or simply curious we like to believe theres more to it. Whats certain is that seals dont understand the threat. They dont know that ghost fishing gear clothing waste plastic bags strapping bands and netting are lethal. #ocn#oceanconservation#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7539430309259939078) 2025-08-17T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 28.8K engagements "This time it wasnt the industrial fishing fleets or ghost gear from commercial vessels. This seals injury was caused by a single piece of fishing line likely left behind by a recreational angler. Namibias beaches are a haven for fishing enthusiasts a place to relax with family cast a line and enjoy the oceans bounty. But the privilege of access comes with responsibility and in this case it was completely ignored. #ocn#oceanconservation#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7539801417855372550) 2025-08-18T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 487.9K engagements "BTS Getting Ready To Save Lives #ocn#oceanconservation#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7540914718496525573) 2025-08-21T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 12.7K engagements "Infected Injured and Still Fighting This seal youngster was buried in fishing line. Multiple strands of line had wrapped around his neck cutting through layers of flesh so deeply that even our favorite rescue tool the Leatherman Raptor struggled to get through. The wound was raw red and reeked of infection. Despite that the seal was strong and healthy. #ocn#oceanconservation#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7542027907800124678) 2025-08-24T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 12.9K engagements "How Many Seals Are Really Entangled Cape Cross turns into a full-blown seal traffic jam when the OCN team moves in for a seal rescue. Hundreds of seals scramble toward the ocean and in the chaos the rescuers have only seconds to scan the crowd for entanglements. Sometimes we spot ten or more victims in one batch. Sometimes none. But what if were missing more than we find What is the real number of entangled marine animals How many are suffering just out of sight tangled injured and slowly wasting away in the crowd #ocn#oceanconservation#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7543883424575065349) 2025-08-29T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 49.6K engagements "Deep Wound on Seal's Neck This young seal is in serious trouble. A deep wound around his neck shows the brutal grip of fishing line. Rescuer Antoine spots the entanglement and calls for backup because the seal is in too much pain already and attempting a solo rescue would mean adding more trauma. Every movement hurts the poor animal. These moments are the hardest for the rescuers but we have to cause pain in order to save his life. #ocn#oceanconservation#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7545367695332494597) 2025-09-02T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 17.3K engagements "No More Biting #sealrescue" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7547223065126587654) 2025-09-07T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 24.4K engagements "Seal Rescued Just In Time #ocn#oceanconservation#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7547965267675024645) 2025-09-09T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 17.7K engagements "Quick and Easy Seal Rescue Not every seal rescue ends in a deep wound or a painful struggle; sometimes we get lucky. This young seal was spotted with a box strap still loose enough to remove safely. Within seconds rescuers Jason and Antoine had him out freed and back in the colony. #ocn#oceanconservation#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7549820697636326661) 2025-09-14T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 45.3K engagements "Fishing Ports Are a Trap for These Seals This big seal was fast asleep his tummy full of fish scraps and curled up near the harbor boats. But around his neck a packing strap was digging deeper and deeper. Walvis Bay harbor is a feast zone for seals. But its also a dumping ground. Unsecured containers and careless waste management mean plastic ends up in the water and eventually around the necks of our seals. Only a small number of seals live here. But the number of entanglements is way out of proportion. #ocn#oceanconservation#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7551305034290548024) 2025-09-18T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 29.8K engagements "Seal Rescue: "Cooperation Is Key" #ocn#oceanconservation#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7554644821172899083) 2025-09-27T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 32.3K engagements "Seal Rescue in Remote Namibia #ocn#oceanconservation#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7557613489120922892) 2025-10-05T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 38.5K engagements "Seal Pup Entangled in Packaging Sack #ocn#oceanconservation#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7559468914485234956) 2025-10-10T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 45.2K engagements "Rescuer Cuts Recreational Fishing Line From Small Baby Seal. #ocn #fyp #seal #sealrescue" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7226435656975682821) 2023-04-26T19:01Z 1.8M followers, 163.7K engagements "Cutting The Line follows husband and wife team Naude and Katja Dreyer and their three children as they embark on a mission to rescue seals entangled in deadly plastic pollution along the Namibian coastline. What begins as a few spur-of-the-moment rescues quickly evolves into a unique environmental organization that finds itself pitted against a mounting global crisis.The film premieres online on June [--] [----] World Oceans Day and will be available to watch through Vimeo On Demand for a limited three-day period after which it will start showing on the international film festival circuit. Vimeo" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7228248127185210630) 2023-05-01T19:00Z 1.8M followers, 91.9K engagements "Big Ball Of Fishing Line Entangles Seal #ocn #fyp #sealrescue #seal" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7234460367982710022) 2023-05-18T10:01Z 1.8M followers, 20.5M engagements "This seal pup was rescued from a ziplock bag. Your ziplock bag can be a threat to these innocent marine animals. Is recycling a reasonable option Well it is easier said than done. Only 9% of all the plastics produced are actually recycled. The remaining ones either end up in landfills or the ocean. If it were so easy then why is only 9% of it recycled Recycling is far more complicated than what big manufacturers portray it to be. The only lasting solution is to reduce plastic production at the source. See the link in our bio to visit our website watch our full documentary visit our YouTube" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7247136927948999942) 2023-06-26T14:00Z 1.8M followers, 667.6K engagements "Seal Saved From Commercial Fishing Line. Listen to the seal expand when Naude cuts the line This poor animal can finally breathe. Did you know that plastics from fishing activities is the biggest contributor to ocean pollution It has devastating effects on marine animals as it continues to kill long after it has been dumped or lost at sea. #ocn #sealrescue #plasticpollution #oceanpollution #babyseal #capefurseal" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7273036932022553861) 2023-09-08T15:00Z [--] followers, 24.5K engagements "He almost escaped Luckily Tony could catch the little seal by hand. The OCN team cut the rope from his neck and a happy seal returned to the water. Follow the liink in our bio to learn more about our seal rescues. We've rescued over [----] seals thus far. Our goal to raise awareness of the plastic pollution crisis and the damage it is causing in our oceans. #seal #sealrescue #namibia #animalrescue #" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7277464517091560710) 2023-09-11T07:19Z 1.8M followers, 1M engagements "When you throw something away it never is truly 'away' it must go somewhere. Visit ocnamibia.org to find out more about how we rescue seals to raise awareness of the plastic pollution crisis. #ocn #oceanconservationnamibia #sealrescue #animalrescue #plasticpollution #raisingawareness #fishinggear #ghostgear" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7343213720622877958) 2024-03-10T20:00Z 1.8M followers, 13.1K engagements "Seal rescued from entanglement So many seals It might seem impossible to spot an entangled seal amongst so many identical seals but our team has improved their spotting seals over the years. . #ocn #oceanconservationnamibia #sealrescue #animalrescue #plasticpollution" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7347677909131316485) 2024-03-19T18:00Z 1.8M followers, 1.2M engagements "Seal Bull Saved From Plastic Strap He got entangled AGAIN We often find seals at the local fish processing plants who get entangled more than once Lucky for this big guy we managed to remove teh strap without disrupting his day too much. #ocn #oceanconservationnamibia #sealrescue #plasticpollution #sealrescues #seal #animalrescue" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7347680493506137350) 2024-03-25T12:45Z 1.8M followers, 14.9K engagements "We are very happy when an entangled seal shows such strength while running to the water. It means the entanglement has not caused too much pain. In this case the rope has not started cutting and thankfully we could remove it without too much stress on the seal. We have rescued [---] seals in [----] the high season is starting now in [----] and we are seeing more entangled seals in May. #ocn #oceanconservationnamibia #sealrescue #sealrescues #animalrescues" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7366550857141226758) 2024-05-13T21:00Z 1.8M followers, 308.7K engagements "Such a small baby seal and already entangled Seals do not know old fishing lines and plastic pollution are lethal. They play with these foreign objects and they quickly get entangled. We have rescued over [----] seals from entanglements thus far but there are so many who will never be rescued. #ocn #sealrescues #oceanconservationnamibia #plasticpollution #animalrescue" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7378816990661659910) 2024-06-10T10:21Z 1.8M followers, 430.5K engagements "It can be very difficult to spot an entangled seal amongst hundreds of lookalikes but our team have become very skilled in this task. Lots of practice binoculars and a scope help us spot targets. #ocn #sealrescues #animalrescues #oceanconservationnamibia #plasticpollution #animalwelfare #seal #sealrescue #capefurseal" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7378820942484589829) 2024-06-11T20:55Z 1.8M followers, 23.3M engagements "We love it when seals are ready to fight back. It makes our job more challenging but it also shows the seal's strength and gives us hope that the entanglement hasn't caused significant harm. In this case the line hadn't cut the seal and after we removed it he happily scurried back to the ocean. #ocn #sealrescue #sealrescues #ghostgear #plasticpollution #animalrescue #namibia #animalwelfare #oceanconservationnamibia #oceanconservation #ocean #oceanlife #marinelife" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7382328566362492165) 2024-06-19T21:25Z 1.8M followers, 45.1K engagements "Sometimes it can be chaotic during a rescue. In this case the seals kept eacaping we just had too many entangled seals and too few hands (the other rescuers were working on rescuing seals on the other side of the beach). Luckily all the entanglements were removed from our unwilling patients. 😂 We rescue on average about [---] seals per year visit ocnamibia.org to learn more about our seal reacues. #capefurseal #oceanconservationnamibia #ocn #sealrescue #sealrescues #namibia" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7396986989314084102) 2024-07-29T09:27Z [--] followers, 9.8M engagements "Walvis Bay dock seals truly enjoy a wonderful lifestylethey feast on leftovers from nearby fishing factories and spend the rest of their time bathing in the sun minding their own business. This would be a perfect arrangement if not for the omnipresent risk of entanglement caused by their proximity to the fishing operations. If fishermen made an effort to cut these loops entanglements in the harbor would be greatly minimized. #ocn#pollution#plastic #ghostgear #fishing#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescue" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7412566536356908294) 2024-09-17T09:30Z 1.8M followers, [----] engagements "How did a hard hat ended up around a seal's neck Maybe a construction worker accidentally dropped it on a vessel and it slipped into the ocean. Maybe he looked for it maybe he didn't. The hat drifted a bit slowly floating away from shore or the vessel. Maybe a curious seal investigated the unusual object nudged the hard hat caused it to flip and twist until his head slipped through the adjustable strap of the hat and he became stuck. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7426635491723808005) 2024-10-23T07:00Z 1.8M followers, 98.4K engagements "Approximately [------] tons of fishing gear including ropes nets and lines are lost or discarded in the oceans every year. These "ghost gears" account for an estimated 10% of all marine debris. Synthetic ropes made from materials like nylon and polypropylene can take up to [---] years to degrade in the marine environment. During this time they continue to break down into smaller microplastics which are harmful to marine organisms once they enter the food chain. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7426635823417756934) 2024-10-24T07:00Z 1.8M followers, 23.2K engagements "Baby Seal Rescued Rescuer Gets a Surprise Bite #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7426640120914169093) 2024-10-27T07:20Z 1.8M followers, 322.8K engagements "Seal Saved From Mystery Rope. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7440381507891449144) 2024-11-23T08:00Z 1.8M followers, 24.4K engagements "Earlier in the morning this young seal with a severe rope entanglement around his neck narrowly escaped his rescuers and the frustrated team had to watch him as he slipped back into the ocean. In this line of work missed rescues are tough because second chances are rare especially when the entanglement has caused such a severe wound. The seal might not live long enough to wait for our next rescue patrol. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness" [TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@oc_namibia/video/7442244639278517559) 2024-11-28T08:30Z 1.8M followers, 304.5K engagements Limited data mode. Full metrics available with subscription: lunarcrush.com/pricing
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"Super fun rescue in a new place. Got [--] yesterday. It was a good day:) #sealrescue #animalrescue #savingseals #bethechange"
TikTok Link 2020-02-29T10:34Z 1.8M followers, 38.8M engagements
"First rescue from a kayak in a long time. This was the 99th seal rescued in May alone #sealrescue #animalrescue #savingseals"
TikTok Link 2020-06-06T15:08Z 1.8M followers, 27.1M engagements
"High speed rescue on very slippery terrain - Cape Cross - Namibia #sealrescue #animalrescue #fyp"
TikTok Link 2020-11-11T14:13Z 1.8M followers, 989K engagements
"#seal #seals #animals #wildlife #wildliferescue #ocean #oceanconservation #conservation #oceanpollution #pollution #entanglement #entangled #wounded #rescue #africa #namibia #friday #youtube #fyp #foryou #enjoy"
TikTok Link 2021-09-10T07:31Z 1.8M followers, 145.5K engagements
"Our seal colony is growing 🦠#seal #sealpup #sealpuppy #pup #puppy #sealcolony #animals #wildlife #healthy #ocean #oceanconservation #conservation #nature #africa #namibia #fyp #youtube"
TikTok Link 2021-11-30T13:38Z 1.8M followers, 14.9K engagements
"All you need tononow about us is just one click away - follow the link in our bio. We rescue seals to raise awareness of the plastic crisis. #ocn #sealrescues #sealpup #fyp #sealrescue #babyseal"
TikTok Link 2022-08-24T20:34Z 1.8M followers, 11.9K engagements
"We'd like to think this little guy is sticking around because he is saying thank you for rescuing him from the plastic strap he was entangled him but this poor seal is scared and bewildered. Unfortunately we have to put the seals we rescue through a short amount of stress so that we can cut the trash from their bodies. It is either that or a slow and painful death awaits them. Please have a look at the link in our bio to see why we rescue seals and see links to our full videos. #ocn #plasticpollution #sealrescue"
TikTok Link 2023-02-15T15:54Z 1.8M followers, 2.8M engagements
"We were at one of our usual spots Cape Cross searching for seals to rescue. We often find that we target the same seal twice. The seal pup we caught was a recapture. Why don't we mark the seal we have previously captured Well some of them actually get entangled more than once - that is how bad the plastic crisis is - we would rather catch them twice to make sure they don't have a piece of trash around their necks. The second seal had a fishing line around his neck which we removed. #ocn #sealrescue"
TikTok Link 2023-02-26T16:19Z 1.8M followers, 36.4K engagements
"This cute seal was reluctant to leave his rescuer Follow the link in our bio to learn more about us #ocn #sealrescue"
TikTok Link 2023-03-03T17:35Z 1.8M followers, 3.7M engagements
"Seal Pup Interupts Severe Rescue #ocn #fyp #seal #sealrescue"
TikTok Link 2023-05-22T18:00Z 1.8M followers, 133.7K engagements
"Easy Harbour Seal Rescue #ocn #seal #fyp #sealrescue"
TikTok Link 2023-05-24T10:45Z 1.8M followers, 108.3K engagements
"Seal Pup Rescued From Fishing Net #ocn #fyp #seal #sealrescue"
TikTok Link 2023-05-25T08:01Z 1.8M followers, 131.8K engagements
"Seal with severe rope entanglement GRAPHIC #ocn #fyp #seal #sealrescue This is what maritime ropes do to seals. Please pick up all ocean trash"
TikTok Link 2023-06-05T12:01Z 1.8M followers, 16.4M engagements
"Puffy-faced seal pup rescued from entanglement. Plastic can take hundreds of years to decompose. Say NO to plastic. #ocn #seal #fyp #sealrescue"
TikTok Link 2023-06-09T12:00Z 1.8M followers, 390.3K engagements
"Baby Seal drags pants. Discarded clothing in the ocean can become life-threatening to marine life. Do not litter. Save our oceans and marine animals"
TikTok Link 2023-06-18T10:00Z 1.8M followers, 8.1M engagements
"Seal rescued from tight rope entanglement. #seal #ocn #sealrescue We've rescued over [----] seals and we often get asked if the plastic pollution problem is getting worse. To be honest we don't know. Whether we rescue [--] seals a day or [--] a day this does determine the level of crises we are in. Perhaps the team is getting at spotting entanglements perhaps there is more plastic in the ocean perhaps our seals are becoming more inquisitive - we don't know. What we do know is that we are in a plastic crisis because millions of marine life die every year due to entanglements. See the link in our bio"
TikTok Link 2023-06-19T14:00Z 1.8M followers, 380.2K engagements
"A thin fishing line that weighs less that 5grams can cause severe damage to a marine animal. This baby seal was lucky we found him on time. Tons of fishing gear is floating in the ocean right now and it will takes decades to degrade. One net or fishing line will continue to pose a threat if it isn't removed from the ocean. We are often asked how someone can become a seal rescuer; if you pick up trash from the beach you are rescuing seals and other marine life. Every bit helps See the link in our bio to visit our website watch our full documentary visit our YouTube channel with full videos"
TikTok Link 2023-06-30T03:50Z 1.8M followers, 263.9K engagements
"This baby seal was rescued from a gill net. The seal almost bit the rescuer. This little baby seal was entangled in a gill net wrapped very tightly around it. Did you know gill nets are illegal to use in Namibian waters Despite that we still find seals entangled in gill nets. The laws are there but better law enforcement is needed to prevent this from happening altogether. See the link in our bio to visit our website watch our full documentary visit our YouTube channel with full videos sign up to our newsletter purchase merch and more. #ocn #seal #babyseal #sealrescue"
TikTok Link 2023-06-25T13:10Z 1.8M followers, 295.5K engagements
"Seal pup rescued from a filter An unusual entanglement for a seal. This filter was discarded and ended up in the ocean where it doesn't belong and it entangled an innocent seal. We need to do better in how we dispose of our trash. Does your local community have a recycling scheme Does everyone make use of it Less than 10% of the world's plastic is recycled. See the link in our bio to visit our website watch our full documentary visit our YouTube channel with full videos sign up to our newsletter purchase merch and more. #ocn #babyseal #seal #sealrescue"
TikTok Link 2023-06-30T14:00Z 1.8M followers, 88.1K engagements
"Seal rescued from recreational fishing line We will never know exactly where this fishing line originated from. There are many reasons why fishing gear can be lost or abandoned including severe weather snags beneath the surface conflict with other gear interaction with other vessels and intentional discard. What we do know is that it is one of the most deadly forms of marine debris because it continues to kill for many years while floating in the ocean. See the link in our bio to visit our website watch our full documentary visit our YouTube channel with full videos sign up to our newsletter"
TikTok Link 2023-08-03T19:05Z 1.8M followers, 186K engagements
"According to the World Wildlife Fund "about [------] marine animals are killed by ocean plastic and fishing gear entanglements yearly" This seal is one of the lucky ones that made it to the beach and got rescued. Most of the entangled animals drown and don't reach the shore. They end up at the bottom of the ocean and once decomposed the plastic or fishing gear will continue to entangle more animals. See the link in our bio to visit our website watch our full documentary visit our YouTube channel with full videos sign up to our newsletter purchase merch and more. #ocn #seal #babyseal #sealrescue"
TikTok Link 2023-07-27T10:22Z 1.8M followers, 35.8K engagements
"This line must've been in the water for a long time until this playful and curious seal got entangled in it. This same line couldve entangled more marine animals before this one. Fortunately this seal was rescued and this line will never entangle another animal again. See the link in our bio to visit our website watch our full documentary visit our YouTube channel with full videos sign up to our newsletter purchase merch and more. #ocn #seal #sealrescue"
TikTok Link 2023-07-17T09:14Z 1.8M followers, 50.4K engagements
"What a horrible way for this baby seal to be entangled. It could not swim and the rescuers were shocked at how it reached the beach. Anything can become an entanglement so make sure to take better care of your belongings when on the beach or a boat. See the link in our bio to visit our website watch our full documentary visit our YouTube channel with full videos sign up to our newsletter purchase merch and more. #ocn #seal #sealrescue #babyseal"
TikTok Link 2023-07-25T03:50Z 1.8M followers, 22.2K engagements
"We are often asked why we do not tag a seal to avoid a recapture. Well often it is not a recapture but a seal that has gotten entangled again In this case 'double-chin' got another strap entangled around his body. The scars caused by earlier entanglements are visible. The harbour area always has trash floating near the docks and animals quickly get caught in the waste. Luckily they're easier to spot here compared to our other rescue locations (Pelican Point and Cape Cross). See our FAQ album on tiktok for more info or follow the link in our bio to learn about what we do. #ocn #sealrescue"
TikTok Link 2023-07-26T13:00Z 1.8M followers, 33K engagements
"Another animal rescued from ghost gear Ghost fishing gear includes any abandoned lost or otherwise discarded fishing gear much of which often goes unseen. It has become a silent killer to hundreds of thousands of marine animals and is considered the major contibutor to ocean plastic pollution. The simplest action you can take to stop supporting industries that are major contributors to ocean plastic pollution is by reducing your seafood consumption. Shop locally. #skipthefish #ocn #sealrescue #oceanconservation #plasticpollution"
TikTok Link 2023-07-30T13:40Z 1.8M followers, 257.4K engagements
"OCN FAQ: WHY DON'T WE USE DRONES We do indeed make use of drones. Primarily for surveying colonies and assessing extremely technical rescues locating an entangled seal spotted by the drone is just as difficult as using our regular spotting equipment. DISCLAIMER: The footage in this video was not from a drone. We attached the camera to a pole to get the aerial view. See the link in our bio to visit our website watch our full documentary visit our YouTube channel with full videos sign up to our newsletter purchase merch and more. #ocn #faq #drones #sealrescue #namibia #plasticpollution"
TikTok Link 2023-07-28T08:54Z 1.8M followers, 71.5K engagements
"This seal was rescued just before the rope could start cutting. Were always happy when we save a seal before any real damage couldve been inflicted on the seal by the entanglement. There are many explanations for how marine ropes end up in the ocean. Those responsible should understand the dangers and act responsibly. See the link in our bio to visit our website watch our full documentary visit our YouTube channel with full videos sign up to our newsletter purchase merch and more. #ocn #seal #sealrescue"
TikTok Link 2023-08-06T14:00Z 1.8M followers, 63.4K engagements
"OCEAN CONSERVATION NAMIBIA - we rescue seals from entanglements to raise awareness of the plastic pollution crisis. We will never know exactly where this piece of trash comes from but these packaging straps likely originate from the local harbour at Walvis Bay just across the bay where this rescue takes place (Pelican Point Namibia) A simple technique of just cutting a loop can make a real difference. How many loops do you throw away every day Let's #losetheloop you never know how many animals you can rescue. #ocn #sealrescue #sealrescues #seal #babyseal #plasticpollution #ghostgear"
TikTok Link 2023-08-23T15:00Z 1.8M followers, 42.4K engagements
"OCEAN CONSERVATION NAMIBIA - we rescue seals from entanglements to raise awareness of the plastic pollution crisis. We rescue seals at mainly two locations in Namibia. The one is Pelican Point about a 40-minute drive from Walvis Bay (our base) and the second is Cape Cross a 2-hour drive north. Both locations are within national parks and are popular tourist destinations. Thousands of tourists visit these spots yearly and we can ensure that most never see an entanglement. How often do we look at a beautiful natural sight and fail to see the human impact that has tarnished it Look deeper;"
TikTok Link 2023-08-26T10:50Z 1.8M followers, 26.2K engagements
"OCEAN CONSERVATION NAMIBIA - we rescue seals from entanglements to raise awareness of the plastic pollution crisis. Have you visited our website lately Visit ocnamibia.org to learn more about what we do. The video shows a quick rescue by Naude. We're happy no major damage was caused by this entanglement indicating that it has not been on the seal for too long. How many animals die a slow and agonising death every year with no one knowing about it We will never know the true figures. #ocn #seal #babyseal #plasticpollution #sealrescue #animalrescue"
TikTok Link 2023-08-31T06:50Z 1.8M followers, 32.7K engagements
"Animal Rescue - Namibia Plastic pollution is detrimental to the ocean for several reasons: [--]. Harm to Marine Life: which you have seen in our videos but there are other problems too: [--]. Toxic Chemicals: Plastics can leach toxic chemicals into the water including additives used in their production and pollutants they've absorbed from the surrounding environment. These toxins can enter the food chain when marine organisms ingest microplastics potentially harming both aquatic life and humans who consume seafood. [--]. Physical Damage to Ecosystems: Plastic waste can smother and damage sensitive"
TikTok Link 2023-09-16T14:00Z 1.8M followers, [----] engagements
"Animal Rescue - Namibia We can understand why this seal is unhappy. He has been dragging around a piece of trash that he cannot remove himself. He has been chased and pinned down by a rescuer. He is terrified. Our lack of waste management strategies has turned the ocean into a trash can and these poor animals suffer because of it. We need to do better. Follow the link in our bio to learn more about us. #OCN #sealrescue #oceanconservation #ghostgear #plasticpollution #seal #babyseal #animalrescue"
TikTok Link 2023-10-03T14:50Z 1.8M followers, 230.3K engagements
"Cape Cross Namibia the site of this rescue mission draws thousands of tourists annually. This unique destination is the sole location worldwide where you can get up close to a massive colony of Cape fur seals offering a remarkable spectacle. At first glance the seal colony may seem untouched but a closer inspection reveals a distressing sight numerous seals entangled in plastic. How often do we witness the beauty of nature without recognizing the harmful human impact The successful rescue of this single seal is a triumph but it symbolizes the plight of countless marine animals worldwide who"
TikTok Link 2023-10-12T12:00Z 1.8M followers, 14.3K engagements
"Why is lost or abandoned fishing gear known as ghost gear Abandoned gear can continue to catch and kill marine life for decades perpetuating a cycle of "ghost fishing". The gear is no longer actively used or monitored by fishermen but continues to linger in the oceans posing a hidden and persistent threat to marine life. The solution is removing this trash from the sea but the ideal way forward is to prevent it from entering the ocean in the first place. #ocn #sealrescue #oceanconservationnamibia #babyseal #plasticpollution"
TikTok Link 2023-10-14T16:00Z 1.8M followers, 11.9K engagements
"If we do not act now who knows what exactly the next generation will face We need to stop turning our ocean into a trash can. We need to make choices that aim at sustainability instead of convenience. At OCN we aim to raise awareness of the plastic pollution crisis to encourage habit changes and hopefully policy changes too. #ocn #awareneness #plasticpollution #ghostgear"
TikTok Link 2023-11-01T16:00Z 1.8M followers, 151.2K engagements
"Gill nets leave terrible wounds on seals - luckily the cut is clean and there is no infection which gives us hope that the seal will recover well. Why do we not spray the wound with antibiotics Firstly we were advised not to. In addition the seal immediately races to the water following a rescue washing off anything we sprayed on. Finally the salt water does an excellent job of cleaning and healing the wound. What about sharks Won't they smell the blood Along our shores the Cape fur seals are apex predators meaning they are on top of the food chain. There are no major marine predators here"
TikTok Link 2023-11-04T14:00Z 1.8M followers, 29.4K engagements
"SEAL DISENTANGLEMENT Now that's a BIG BOY We often target the local harbour area where seals constantly get entangled in ocean trash. After a bit of a struggle Naude and Tony manage to cut the strap from the seal's body. #ocn #oceanconservationnamibia #sealrescue"
TikTok Link 2023-12-02T16:00Z 1.8M followers, 686.8K engagements
"Did you know OCN rescued [---] in [----] Our rescue season has come to an end due to breeding season. We are shocked at the amount of rubbish in our ocean. This needs to stop. #ocn #ocnrescues #sealrescue #plasticpollution"
TikTok Link 2023-12-16T16:00Z 1.8M followers, 12.1K engagements
"Watch our full videos by following the link in our bio. We rescue seals to raise awareness of the dire state of our oceans. Ocean Conservation Namibia rescues on average [---] seals per year. #ocn #sealrescue #animalrescue #oceanconservation #babyseal #sealpup #sealrescues #namibia #plasticpollution"
TikTok Link 2024-02-06T20:00Z 1.8M followers, 180.4K engagements
"Seal Bull Rescued From Entanglement: These bulls aren't easy to rescue it takes the strength of three men to get the animal to land so that they can cut the plastic strap from his neck. Did you know OCN has rescued over [---] seals in [----] that's [---] marine animals that could have died from horrible deaths. read more about us by following the link in our bio #seal #ocn #sealrescue #plasticpollutioninthesea #plasticpollution #oceanconservationnamibia #animalrescue"
TikTok Link 2024-02-11T20:00Z 1.8M followers, 316.6K engagements
"Imagine having to drag this along while swimming in the ocean. The seal likely had a very hard time hunting and would have grown skinny in the coming months due to not being able to catch enough fish. In addition the net was really tight and would have started cutting badly had we not interneved. #ocn #oceanconservationnamibia #plasticpollution #oceanplasticpollution #oceanpollution #sealrescue #rescueseal #rescueanimals"
TikTok Link 2024-02-29T20:00Z 1.8M followers, 17.3K engagements
"Sometimes only one rescuer approaches the target due to it being a complicated rescue. On this occasion Antoine decides to crawl towards the entangled female seal. Naude and Denzil who stay behind have a little fun with the camera. Yes we had a good chuckle. but at the end of the day we were mostly happy that two seals were rescued in the end the mom and her unborn baby seal. #ocn #oceanconservationnamibia #sealrescue #babyseal #sealrescues #animalrescue #plasticpollution #ghostgear #raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2024-03-08T21:00Z 1.8M followers, [----] engagements
"It was this seal's lucky day We've rescued over [----] seal from ocean rubbish Why do we do this To showcase the dire state of our oceans; we are in a plastic pollution crisis and we need our waste management strategies and our throw-away habits to change #ocn #oceanconservationnamibia #sealrescue #animalrescue #plasticpollution"
TikTok Link 2024-03-30T20:00Z 1.8M followers, 1.7M engagements
"Our Entanglements Are Gone We've always wanted it turned into an artpiece Stay tuned in a few weeks we'll show you what the final product looks like #ocn #oceanconservationnamibia"
TikTok Link 2024-04-02T19:30Z 1.8M followers, 13K engagements
"We don't know where this piece of fabric originated from. We do know that it passed through a humans' hands at some point and poor waste management strategies allowed it to land in the ocean. We need to change our throw-away culture and prioritise sustainability over convenience. #plasticpollution #ocn #oceanconservationnamibia #oceanpollution #sealrescue #sealrescues"
TikTok Link 2024-04-05T20:00Z 1.8M followers, 1.1M engagements
"The team have become skilled at identifying recaptures but in this case Tony was not sure if the seal was clean of an entanglement. Luckily he made sure Now the seal is free to enter the ocean without a piece of man-made material entangled around his body. #ocn #oceanconservationnamibia #plasticpollution #oceanpollution"
TikTok Link 2024-04-07T20:00Z 1.8M followers, 89.2K engagements
"This poor littel guy would have never made it had the rescue team not removed the entanglement from the seal's body. Please please please pick up your trash discard of it appropriately never leave anything on the beach or near a river. You are a marine animal rescuer when you remove trash from the ocean thank you to all who help us #ocn #oceanconservationnamibia #sealrescue #animalrescue"
TikTok Link 2024-04-12T06:26Z 1.8M followers, 2.9M engagements
"Why don't we ever put medicine on the wound We have been advised by leading pinniped specialists that unless we can keep the animal in a sanctuary for rehabilitation we should avoid applying medicines to their wounds. Topical creams and ointments would wash off as soon as the fur seal goes in the water while water-resistant sprays may lock in bacteria and aggravate their injuries. We see healthy recaptures every single day proof that seawater acts as a very efficient wound cleaner and that Cape fur seals are extremely resilient animals. #ocn #Sealrescue #animalrescue #oceanconservationnamibia"
TikTok Link 2024-04-15T20:00Z 1.8M followers, 127.5K engagements
"Ghost gear lost or abandoned fishing gear is one of the main contributors to ocean pollution. #ocn #oceanconservationamibia #plasticpollution #plasticwaste #ghostgear #fishinggear #sealrescue #animalrescue"
TikTok Link 2024-04-22T20:00Z 1.8M followers, 18.4K engagements
"Throwback to when we caught our 600th seal last year OCN has rescued over [----] seals thus far. #ocn #oceanconservationnamibia #sealrescue #animalrescue"
TikTok Link 2024-04-24T20:00Z 1.8M followers, 35.2K engagements
"HUGE Seal Bull Saved From Entanglement Visit ocnamibia.org to learn more about our rescue team and the work we do. #ocn #oceanconservationnamibia #sealrescue #animalrescue"
TikTok Link 2024-05-02T17:25Z 1.8M followers, 1M engagements
"Did you know that Ocean Conservation Namibia has a YouTube channel with our full videos We always feel these shorted videos do not explain the rescue in as much detail as we would have hoped. Learn more by following the link in our bio or visit ocnamibia.org #ocn #oceanconservationnamibia #sealrescue #plasticpollution #animalrescue"
TikTok Link 2024-05-10T20:45Z 1.8M followers, 21.2K engagements
"In spite of Namibia being one of the least populated countries in the world we have encountered any type of ghost fishing gear plastic bags textiles including hats pants shirts and bras packing straps ropes gaskets and even a full soccer net and a toilet seat once. Ghost fishing gear remains our biggest challenge and most common entanglement and it comes as no surprise that this baby seal got entangled at such a young age. #ocn #pollution #plastic #oceanconservationnamibia #sealrescue"
TikTok Link 2024-06-21T20:00Z 1.8M followers, 125.5K engagements
"In [----] alone Ocean Conservation Namibia rescued [---] Cape fur seals from entanglements. We are dedicated to raising awareness of the plastic pollution crisis by showcasing our rescues on video. We are not solving the problem the problem needs a collective effort We need every person to use less plastic to live more sustainbly to support industries that truly support this goal. Do you part right where you are #ocn #oceanconservationnamibia #sealrescue"
TikTok Link 2024-06-26T19:55Z 1.8M followers, 24.5K engagements
"Have you ever wondered why we do not use drones in our rescues We do indeed make use of drones. Primarily for surveying colonies and assessing extremely technical rescues but locating an entangled seal which was spotted by the drone is just as difficult as using our regular spotting equipment. Due to current local laws it is extremely hard to get the appropriate permits for posting content produced from drones. Learn more about Ocean Conservation Namibia by visiting ocnamibia.org #ocn #sealrescues #oceanconservationnamibia #plasticpollution #animalrescue"
TikTok Link 2024-07-20T20:10Z 1.8M followers, 41.5K engagements
"Only some of our Cape Fur Seals are used to humans especially in the areas frequented by tourists and kayakers. Most of our seals have never interacted with people and run away as soon as they see us approaching. Even Denzil cannot run fast enough to get to them before they escape into the waves and we sometimes revert to chasing our target by car. It helps us when there are many other seals on the beach they block each other from the ocean and buy us valuable time. Everything goes downhill when Naude's net is all tangled up but his team reacts fast and they all jump in to save this seal from"
TikTok Link 2024-08-20T08:30Z 1.8M followers, 20.4K engagements
"Such an incredibly cute interaction between two seals rescued from entanglement Their bond is like a little "survivor's self-help" group for disentangled seals. The only way to protect our marine animals is by stopping ocean pollution and cleaning up the plastic already there. #ocn #ocnstats #sealrescues #plasticpollution #ghostgear #animal #animalrescue"
TikTok Link 2024-09-29T22:00Z 1.8M followers, 50.2K engagements
"The beach at Cape Cross is on a downhill slope and this surprisingly energetic seal seems to be making a quick getaway. Despite his efforts to avoid being caught the seal rescuer knows he has no choice but to grab him and free the feisty animal from a piece of fishing line. #ocn #ocnstats #sealrescues #plasticpollution #ghostgear #animal #animalrescue"
TikTok Link 2024-10-12T08:55Z 1.8M followers, 60.8K engagements
"Big seal bulls have survived many natural challenges from starvation and disease to fierce battles with other bulls and predators. Their size is a testament to their strength and resilience. But none of these skills can protect them from plastic pollution. Its an unfair battle where even the strongest marine animals are defenseless. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2024-10-14T07:00Z 1.8M followers, 353.6K engagements
"OCN rescuer Naude helps a seal get rid of a painful entanglement. As the seal is freed he seems to "hug" his rescuer's hands almost as if hes saying thank you. While Naude knows seals don't express emotions like humans do he couldnt help but laugh and enjoy the cuteness of the moment. It's a sweet reminder of the special connections we can make with wildlife even in serious situations. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2024-10-17T07:00Z 1.8M followers, 30.4K engagements
"On the beaches at Cape Cross ten thousands of seals find a safe space to rest. But some of them are entangled in ocean debris especially recreational fishing line. They might not be aware of the danger they are on but others are already in severe pain from deep cuts or they struggle to breathe or move around freely. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2024-10-20T07:00Z 1.8M followers, 83.6K engagements
"Baby Seal Saved From Entanglement #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2024-10-25T07:20Z 1.8M followers, 18.5K engagements
"Fishing Line Hooked Into Seal Fishing lines with hooks that break off during fishing pose a serious threat to seals and other marine life. When these lines are lost in the water they often remain nearly invisible and create a hidden danger for unsuspecting animals. Fish birds turtles seals and other marine creatures can easily get entangled in the lines or caught on the hooks. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2024-11-01T07:00Z 1.8M followers, 37.6K engagements
"When an entangled seal has suffered long enough to show clear signs of starvation the entanglement sometimes loosens up a bit. The animal is still not able to reverse out of it or shake it off without help even if the entanglement has not grown into the animal's flesh. The brief loosening of the entanglement offers no real relief. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2024-11-07T12:30Z 1.8M followers, 55.2K engagements
"No love lost here Instead of showing gratitude for his rescue the seal growls and nearly attacks Naude But we totally understand the seal's attitude. Humans are usually not kind to seals and this one seems to know all about it. His fierce reaction is a reminder that wild animals have strong instincts to protect themselves and staying away from humans is the safest choice for them. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2024-11-09T12:35Z 1.8M followers, 19.7K engagements
"The rescue pole is OCN's most successful tool at the Walvis Bay Harbour. Seals are used to humans around them and they don't feel threatened by us and allow us to get close enough to cut them free with one quick motion. They usually mind their own business and rest or sunbathe next to the fishing factories. Their proximity to the fishing factories is also the reason why so many of the few seals in this area continue to get entangled - there is simply too much rubbish in the area. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2024-11-11T10:35Z 1.8M followers, 11.4K engagements
"#ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2024-11-15T12:20Z 1.8M followers, 24.3K engagements
"Construction hats or hard hats are essential safety gear used on construction sites all over the world. Youll see them in use at building projects roadwork sites or even when crews are working near the water on docks and bridges. These hats are designed to protect workers from falling debris and other potential hazards. If one of these construction hats gets lost or accidentally ends up in the ocean it becomes part of the vast amount of debris that floats out to sea. Seals are naturally playful and inquisitive creatures."
TikTok Link 2024-11-17T10:55Z 1.8M followers, 36.8K engagements
"That was easy Naude just had to open the rescue net and the entangled seal jumped right in. We like to believe that he knew who we were and came for assistance but we are well aware that seals do not understand the concept of plastic entanglement or seeking help from humans. It was high time for him a loop of packing strap had hurt him badly and left a bleeding wound behind. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2024-11-18T11:00Z 1.8M followers, 35.9K engagements
"Seals are scared of us. As much as we like to believe that they can feel our good intentions: they can't. They are often compromised from pain and they fear for their lives when they see us running towards them. This little baby seal summoned all his courage and bravely stood his ground against the human attackers. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2024-11-21T07:50Z 1.8M followers, 259.6K engagements
"The OCN crew had the opportunity to patrol a new area about 60km South of Pelican Point. We had received reports about entangled seals from local tour operators and we decided to look for ourselves. With over a million Cape Fur Seals along the Namibian Coastline alone we often wonder how bad the entanglement situation actually is. We will never be able to save all of them but we had a very successful morning with [--] rescues. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2024-11-22T07:55Z 1.8M followers, 11.3K engagements
"Fishing line is thin and durable. If an animal becomes entangled in a ball or even one loop of fishing line the fishing line will turn into a sharp blade and cut through skin and flesh without much resistance. Fishing line is designed to withstand as much pressure as possible and a young seal's slow growth is not enough to break it. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2024-11-26T08:20Z 1.8M followers, 65.1K engagements
"The rocks at Cape Cross have formed a series of pools and these pools are not your typical clear ocean water. Instead they're filled with a foul mix of ocean water and seal waste creating a smell that is overwhelming to say the least. The stench is unbearable and the sight of the muck is disgusting. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2024-12-03T07:50Z 1.8M followers, 14.7K engagements
"Naude is taking his daughter Marley along - maybe she will be another next generation seal rescuer soon just like her brother Dylan It's only a very small part of a gill net we find wrapped around a small seal's neck but it would have been enough to kill the small animal. The netting becomes as sharp as a razor blade once the seal's natural growth puts a bit of pressure on it. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2024-12-04T07:50Z 1.8M followers, 41.9K engagements
"We are not sure what this white synthetic net had been used for. Maybe it was used to secure cargo Maybe it fell over board by accident or it was discarded from one of the many vessels passing through our waters Synthetic fibers do not break down easily it takes decades or even longer. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2024-12-05T07:55Z 1.8M followers, 62.7K engagements
"At Mowe Bay a baby seal was found on the rocks with a gill net tightly wrapped around its neck causing an infected wound. The pup was in visible pain and our rescue team carefully cut away strands of the net before finally removing it. Gill net entanglements can prevent proper feeding restrict growth and lead to serious infections and deaths in marine mammals. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2024-12-07T08:00Z 1.8M followers, 36.6K engagements
"This seal is entangled in a pair of safety goggles - a tool designed to protect us. But for him its a life-threatening trap.Theres an irony here. We use items like these for our own safety yet when they end up in the ocean no one considers the safety of the animals that call it home. A discarded piece of plastic - something as small as a pair of goggles - can cause unimaginable harm to marine life. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2024-12-08T08:00Z 1.8M followers, 22.4K engagements
"It is hard to watch rescuers Hawain and Antoine as they dig deep into the seal's skin to remove a loop of commercial fishing line. They cannot pull it out in one smooth motion as in most cases there seem to be several knots blocking the line inside the wound. Situations like this are unfortunately the norm for the rescue team they often have to perform ad hoc field surgeries on the beaches. They never know what to expect. Even the smallest and thinnest piece of plastic of fishing line can cause deep and painful wounds. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2024-12-11T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 18.5K engagements
"Deep and painful cuts are unfortunately a reality for all marine animals that get entangled in fishing line or fishing nets. As the animal grows or just moves around the fishing line starts to dig deep into the animals flesh until starvation infection or suffocation end its life. Depending on the exact location and severity of the entanglement seals can survive with this injury for a long time but this time will be spent in pain and agony. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2024-12-12T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 50.3K engagements
"Baby Seal Saved From Sun Hat. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2024-12-13T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 1.1M engagements
"A sizable seal bull was seen resting on the fenders of the Walvis Bay jetty with a plastic strip caught around its neck. To prevent the bull from jumping into the water the rescue team first chased away the other seals and cautiously moved toward their target. Using a long hook they managed to cut through the strip and free the seal which appeared unfazed by the rescue. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2024-12-16T07:00Z 1.8M followers, 65.4K engagements
"On a cold morning at Pelican Point our OCN Rescue team noticed a Cape fur seal with what appeared to be an elastic band tightly wound around its neck. Despite the seal's efforts to escape the rescuer acted swiftly securing the seal and carefully removing the rubber that had become stuck. Once freed the seal quickly bolted back into the ocean. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2024-12-20T07:00Z 1.8M followers, 40.9K engagements
"Baby Seal Saved From Entanglement. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2024-12-22T07:00Z 1.8M followers, 419.3K engagements
"A baby seal was spotted in a colony with a plastic strap around its neck. Plastic debris can entangle marine life for decades posing a long-term threat to ocean creatures. Fortunately the strap hadn't caused any injury and the pup was safely freed. Hes one lucky pup but this highlights the dangers of leaving plastic in the sea. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2024-12-23T07:00Z 1.8M followers, [----] engagements
"The rescue team spotted a seal cow with a bright blue plastic strap around its neck. To ensure a successful capture they carefully secured the aggressive seal and removed the strap. Fortunately the seal was unharmed and remained healthy but many other marine animals may not be as lucky next time. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2024-12-25T07:00Z 1.8M followers, 53.6K engagements
"Our rescue team spotted a seal rushing toward the water with signs of an entanglement around its neck. Upon closer inspection they found a thick rope tightly wrapped around the young seal's chest a threat that could cause severe pain and suffering if not removed. Entanglements like this are a global issue affecting marine mammals and contributing to population declines for some species. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2024-12-26T07:00Z 1.8M followers, 24.7K engagements
"Our OCN crew spotted a seal pup tangled in a recreational fishing line. To prevent the seal from panicking and fleeing into the ocean the team had to maintain a careful distance before successfully capturing the pup cutting away the line and setting it free. Recreational fishing lines are a major cause of seal entanglements often leading to difficulty in eating severe injuries and even death. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2024-12-27T07:00Z 1.8M followers, 61.4K engagements
"An OCN rescuer spotted a juvenile Cape fur seal entangled in fishing line around its neck. To avoid alarming the nearby colony the rescuer carefully crawled closer to the targeted seal. Fortunately he successfully caught the seal and safely removed the fishing line. Ghost fishing gear is the most common entanglement for marine animals. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2024-12-28T07:00Z 1.8M followers, 36.8K engagements
"Today our team came across two seal pups one tragically entangled in a rope that had caused a severe wound around its neck. Despite initial fear and hostility our rescuer stayed calm gently reassuring the pup that he understood the pain. In a heartwarming moment the pup finally let us help marking the start of his recovery journey. This truly was his lucky day. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2024-12-29T07:00Z 1.8M followers, 27K engagements
"Our rescue team spotted a chubby bull stuck in a colony dangerously entangled in a commercial fishing line. Fearing he'd escape into the water our team tried catching him with a net but his big shoulders wouldn't fit What followed was a wild struggle as the bull put up a fight. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-01-05T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 27.3K engagements
"Our team successfully rescued a young seal pup caught in a tough packaging strap One of the most frequent and dangerous forms of entanglement we encounter on an average basis. Packaging straps are incredibly strong and resilient. If they arent removed in time they can tighten around a seals neck flippers or mouth leading to serious injuries and eventually a painful death. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-01-06T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 16.2K engagements
"Household waste can be just as harmful as discarded fishing gear when it enters the ocean. Our team discovered a young seal fighting to breathe as a plastic bag tightened around its neck. Although the pup resisted we were able to remove the entanglement and release it safely. It was a narrow escape #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-01-08T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 22.5K engagements
"Naud stumbles upon a seal who is fully covered in an item of clothing. #ocn #oceanconservationnamibia #sealrescues #plasticpollution #raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-01-16T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 26.6K engagements
"OCN rescuers Denzil Hawain and Antoine capture a female seal with a loop of fishing line around her neck. It is not surprising that marine animals get caught in fishing lines because they are found all over the oceans. Fishing lines are often left behind by commercial or recreational fishermen or they are lost from boats. These lines can float in the water and are designed to be difficult for animals to see. Many seals get tangled in them without realizing it until the line starts cutting them or they mistake the lines for food or plants. The result is always the same: immense suffering and"
TikTok Link 2025-01-18T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 26.8K engagements
"FAQ How Do We Spot Entangled Seals #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-01-21T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 10K engagements
"Initially the seal bull didn't want to get into the rescue net and then the rescuers could not get him out anymore After successfully removing a piece of commercial fishing line from this big and strong seal bull he refused to cooperate with the rescuers and forced Hawain to jump around him to try and get him out. Luckily Denzil and Antoine were on standby and together they managed to get him back into the ocean. Listen carefully for Antoine's giggles in the background #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-01-24T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 622.5K engagements
"Did the seal think that he might be invisible if he stays close to the others The rescuers had already spotted him. They knew he was in trouble from a simple piece of flimsy plastic around his neck. Even though the plastic might seem harmless it turns into a fatal trap even for a fully grown and healthy seal. Our dock seals are exposed to a lot of industrial and fishing related plastic rubbish some of them have been entangled multiple times over the past few years. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-01-25T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 17.3K engagements
"We have no clue where this piece of plastic originated. It might have been part of a seal a bucket a machine some plastic packaging or even a toy. The first indications of a larger plastic pollution issue were discovered back in the 1960s - over [--] years ago Since then minimal effort has been made to curb the production of new plastic waste let alone address the plastic already polluting our environment. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-02-04T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 326.4K engagements
"Baby Seal Saved From Plastic Strap. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-02-09T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 50.4K engagements
"Seal Rescued From Veggie Bag. #ocn #oceanconservationnamibia #sealrescues #plasticpollution #raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-02-10T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 58.2K engagements
"Rescuer Antoine did everything possible to make the rescue quick and as pain-free as he could but the reality is that deeply embedded fishing lines can't be removed without causing some pain. Seal rescue work is deeply rewarding but its far from glamorous. There are no heartwarming moments of bonding with injured or frightened seals. Instead rescuers often inflict temporary pain and trauma on animals that dont understand theyre being helped. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-02-14T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 23.8K engagements
"Plastic packing straps urgently need to be replaced with an eco-friendly alternative. These straps often end up in the ocean where they can take hundreds of years to degrade. In the meantime they pose a deadly threat. They entangle injure and kill marine animals sometimes multiple times. The true scale of the problem is largely invisible as it unfolds below the surface or the ocean. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-02-15T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 333.5K engagements
"Trawling is very common in Namibia. Bottom trawling mainly targets hake midwater trawling targets horse mackerel. The method is easy to understand: large trawler fishing nets are used to catch fish or other sea creatures by dragging the nets along the ocean floor or through the water column. They are highly effective for capturing large quantities of fish but are extremely damaging as they destroy delicate seabed habitats. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-02-17T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 41.4K engagements
"Todays rescue features a particularly feisty little seal who gives Denzil quite the challenge This spirited seal pup isnt having any of it attacking the rescue net with determination and showing off some impressive moves. We admire his fighting spirit. If he brings that same energy to avoiding plastic in the future we predict a long healthy life ahead for him. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-02-20T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 69.8K engagements
"FAQ Why Dont We Use Drones Many of you have asked us to use a drone to spot entangled seals and we understand your reasoning. However in this video we will explain why we dont use them in our operations. We will answer more FAQs in the future. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-02-25T06:00Z 1.8M followers, [----] engagements
"At every successful rescue patrol the OCN team faces the heartbreaking reality of ocean pollution. Plastic waste and discarded fishing lines are silent killers trapping and slowly strangling countless seals. To save the entangled ones we have to chase entire groups into the water. From the outside they look calm. But make no mistake they are terrified. Seals see us as predators unsure of whats coming next. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-02-27T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 55.7K engagements
"This tiny seal snarls at his rescuers - and who could blame him Hes not even a year old yet hes already tangled in a deadly trap of discarded fishing line. To him every human must seem like a threat another predator out to harm him. A feisty young seal like this should be battling the currents learning to fight real rivals and one day growing into a powerful alpha bull. Instead hes forced to face an invisible enemy - plastic pollution. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-03-05T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 30K engagements
"OCN rescuers Hawain and Antoine have to rescue a young seal tightly wrapped in a bundle of snoek fishing line. It's one of the more common fishing lines used in Namibian waters for fishing. Its a thick super-strong line designed to withstand the sharp teeth and powerful fight of snoek. This line is made to never break no matter what struggles against it. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-03-09T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 30.6K engagements
"Its so simple for us. With hands and tools cutting through a tattered shirt takes just a few seconds. For a seal its an impossible battle. No hands no tools and no way out. This rescue highlights the reality of marine entanglements caused by clothing plastic and other human waste ending up in the ocean. What might seem harmless on land becomes a deadly trap underwater as it slowly tightens cuts and eventually kills. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-03-13T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 65.3K engagements
"The Ocean Conservation Namibia rescue team discovered yet another seal hopelessly tangled in a bundle of discarded fishing line. Fishing line is designed to be strong durable and deadly - and it doesnt care if it catches a fish or a seal. Once an animal gets caught theres no escape. Every movement pulls the line tighter cutting into flesh causing pain infection and ultimately a slow cruel death. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-03-15T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 69.4K engagements
"#ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-03-20T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 29.7K engagements
"Not all rescues happen in the on timebut this one did. Our OCN team spots an entangled seal before the fishing line has had a chance to cut into her skin. Unlike injured animals that fear humans due to pain this young seal is unaware of the danger shes in making the rescue swift and stress-free. In the wild weakened animals are the first to fall victim to predators. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-03-27T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 10.7K engagements
"#ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-04-01T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 1.6M engagements
"Fresh entanglements are always a relief for our team because they are the least damaging for the animals. The seal is usually unaware of the danger has not yet suffered serious injuries and the rescue is often quick and straightforward. In this case the extra loops of fishing line posed a major risk - if another seal or marine animal had gotten caught it very quickly would have turned into a deadly situation for both. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-04-07T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 49.1K engagements
"Only at the end of the rescue does the OCN team realize that this seal has been carrying a very old originally yellow flipper tag. Each year the Namibian Ministry of Fisheries tags a small number of newborn seals to track their growth movement and survival rates. Over time these tags wear down and fade making it impossible to trace the seals origins. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-04-10T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 14.6K engagements
"Sometimes the problem isnt just big industry or large-scale fishing operations - its us as individuals contributing to the mess in our oceans. We usually think of plastic pollution as bottles bags and fishing nets but textiles are a major issue too. Old clothes shoes and fabric scraps dont just disappear when dumped into the sea. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-04-11T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 384.9K engagements
"Antoine gets a serious workout in this high-stakes rescue. The ocean gives seals the perfect escape route and rescuers know they often have only ONE chance to catch an entangled seal. If this seal had slipped away he might never have been found again. The culprit A packing strap that cuts into the seals skin. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-04-28T06:00Z 1.8M followers, [----] engagements
"At least the rescue was quick but this baby seals suffering was anything but. A thin strand of recreational fishing line had sliced through his fur and skin like a knife leaving a deep painful wound. Without intervention it would have only gotten worse. This little pup is still nursing from his mom meaning hes growing fast. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-04-30T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 32.5K engagements
"Most of the time the seals run before we get close in a panicked blur of movement across the sand. But this one was nearly left behind. She was entangled in a loop of fishing line binding her flipper and when the rest of the colony ran she simply couldnt follow as fast. She became an easy target for our rescue team not because she trusted us but because she had no choice. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-05-09T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 47.1K engagements
"This big guy had other plans. The moment we approached it was clear: no sleepy hook rescue today. He fought back hard throwing the rescuer off balance and onto the concrete before shaking off the net like a pro. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-05-21T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 12.5K engagements
"Even after rescuing thousands of seals it never gets easier. Every entangled animal is a life in pain. A life wounded not by nature but by human negligence. This young seal was caught in a loop of fishing line so fine and sharp it cut into his skin with every movement. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-05-22T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 12.5K engagements
"This young seal is tangled in a shocking amount of fishing line. Its hard not to imagine what the ocean must look like below the surface: a vast underwater spiderweb made not of silk but of plastic nylon and waste - spun not by nature but by human negligence. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-05-24T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 687.7K engagements
"A simple zip - but the right zip. In this intense rescue our team encounters a seal bull with a deep painful injury caused by razor-thin fishing line. The line isnt just wrapped around the animal - its buried in his flesh. Rescuer Denzil uses the double-zip feature of our rescue net to open the opposite side and access the line safely. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-05-25T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 14.6K engagements
"Cape Cross is unlike any other seal colony. With over [------] Cape fur seals its the largest Cape Fur Seal colony. Unlike Pelican Point or other colonies the seals here are used to seeing tourists. Seals here watch us they react - but they dont panic right away. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-05-26T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 18.9K engagements
"Its definitely not fair that rescuer Antoine gets bitten more than anyone else in the OCN team- but maybe its just part of the job when youre this dedicated. Whether its bad luck or bold moves Antoines hands are always on the front lines. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-05-27T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 44.2K engagements
"Sometimes we go in without seeing an entangled seal we just trust the season and the stats. This time of year entanglement cases are at a high and were confident that larger groups hide injured animals. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-05-29T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 11.9K engagements
"Seal vs Fishing Net #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-05-31T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 11.8K engagements
"With thousands of Cape fur seals crowding the beach its almost impossible to spot the one seal in distress. But the OCN team somehow does. Their trained eyes catch the smallest most subtle signs - a faint glint of fishing line an unusual movement a slight limp. They keep training keep refining their strategies and keep trying to be better. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-06-01T06:00Z 1.8M followers, [----] engagements
"She did not appreciate the rescue net and made sure Hawain knew it. But his patience paid off and a painful loop of fishing line was removed. What makes this rescue even sadder is the location: Torra Bay one of Namibias most remote and pristine coastal stretches in the Skeleton Coast is far away from any town or city. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-06-02T06:00Z 1.8M followers, [----] engagements
"We cannot imagine the pain this little seal must have suffered Not just when we found him but long before and even now as he begins to heal. He was lucky. We were able to intervene in time. Gill nets have been banned in many parts of the world yet some fishermen continue to use them. Its a constant battle to remove this cruel gear from our oceans and protect the wildlife. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-06-05T06:00Z 1.8M followers, [----] engagements
""This Is Dangerous" Baby seal saved from bundle of commercial fishing line. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-06-17T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 86.8K engagements
"This time of year every rescue trip brings more than we bargain for. We never know what well findhow many seals are entangled how badly theyre injured or how long each rescue will take. But one thing is certain: we go in ready for anything. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-06-22T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 24.5K engagements
"This young female seal wasnt in the mood for a thank you. The moment Antoine cut her free from the packing strap entanglement she charged him with full force While her gratitude might be questionable her spirit isnt. We love a seal with some fight left in her. Its a sign of resilience and strength and exactly the attitude she needs to survive. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-06-24T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 1.1M engagements
"#ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-06-26T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 38.1K engagements
"Skeleton Coast Trip Highlights The OCN rescue team visited the Skeleton Coast National Park from the 22nd of June to - 24th of June. The team visited the Cape fur seal colonies at Cape Cross Torra Bay Terrace Bay and Mowe Bay. The Skeleton Coast is further away from our closer seal colonies (Pelican Point & Cape Cross) but we try to visit there at least once a month. During this two-day trip we successfully rescued a total of [--] entangled Cape fur seals. Although we didn't hit the numbers we normally get on this trip it was a success nonetheless. We will share more details in our upcoming"
TikTok Link 2025-06-27T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 35.2K engagements
"Seal Rescue With Spectators #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-06-29T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 39.2K engagements
"From a surprising distance OCN rescuers Hawain and Antoine spot something dangerous: a white ribbon around the neck of a nursing pup. It turns out to be an old rope slowly cutting into his throat. Its a delicate moment. The baby is still drinking from its mother. But if the pair escapes the mother might not return quickly leaving her pup hungry for hours or days. They make the call to intervene. Antoine tells the pup to go tell mummy youre safe. If only it worked that way. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-06-30T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 4M engagements
"What started as someones protective gear meant to save and protect someone's life almost ended a seals life. While patrolling the docks of Walvis Bay Harbour OCN rescuers Hawain and Antoine spot a seal wearing safety goggles like a twisted necklace. Luckily this seal frequents one of our known rescue hotspots. These goggles likely fell into the ocean during boat maintenance and the seal started playing with them and got entangled. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-07-01T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 9.7M engagements
"Seal Saved On The Rocks #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-07-02T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 32.6K engagements
"41 Seals Saved In One Day #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-07-03T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 21.4K engagements
"While most hooks might eventually rust out they can still cause infections or pain that interferes with feeding. Its a risk for the seal. and for us. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-07-04T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 34.7K engagements
"Whether careless or intentional it makes no difference to the seal. The rubber ring cut deep into his neck. If we hadnt found him it would have ended in a slow silent death. Ocean litter doesnt just float away. It stays. It strangles. And it tells a story of negligence that no one is being held accountable for. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-07-05T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 25.7K engagements
"While this time the tried-and-tested long rescue hook saves the day again the real issue remains: nothing is changing. The same litter the same entanglements the same suffering week after week. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-07-06T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 99.5K engagements
"Trawling is one of the most destructive fishing methods in use today. Its giant nets drag across the seabed flattening habitats and scooping up everything in their path. David Attenborough's eye-opening documentary "Oceans" shows us this devastation in vivid detail. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-07-07T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 31.5K engagements
"Plastics like box straps are designed to be strong strong enough to secure tons of freight. But everyday use plastic shopping bags are thin and flimsy giving us the impression that they can't cause serious harm. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-07-08T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 16.9K engagements
"#ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-07-10T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 17.4K engagements
"Baby Seal Saved From Death Trap. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-07-11T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 20.6K engagements
"Gill nets are banned in most parts of the world for a reason: they are indiscriminate killers. These fine nearly invisible mesh nets trap anything that swims into them including endangered species and marine mammals. Thats why their use is strictly prohibited in Namibian waters. According to the fishing industry gill nets are not in use here. And yet here we are again. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-07-12T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 27.2K engagements
"This seals deep wound was caused by a bundle of discarded snoek fishing line a common but devastating marine entanglement source. Snoek fishing is fast and intense. Fishermen haul in fish using handlines strong nylon or monofilament cords. When these lines get tangled (and they often do ) many fishermen just cut off the bundle and throw it overboard. Its quicker and no one stops them. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-07-13T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 27.2K engagements
"It doesnt take much - this young Cape fur seal pup is tangled in a loop of discarded fishing line likely weighing less than [--] grams. We rescue seals like this every day but the problem is only getting worse. Unless we change our relationship with ocean waste were headed for a world where marine life chokes quietly beneath the surface. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-07-14T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 23.5K engagements
"This seal was found with a box strap embedded deep in its neck partially hidden partially slicing him open. Most of the box straps we encounter come from bait boxes used in the fishing industry. All it would take is a single change: cut the loop before disposal. Its simple effective and could prevent countless entanglements like this one. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-07-15T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 15.6K engagements
"These materials are only single-use for us. For seals they are long-term killers. Unlike humans they cant tear their way out. As the seal grows the plastic tightens cutting off blood flow restricting movement and often leading to a slow death by starvation or infection. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-07-16T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 14.9K engagements
"It takes a lot of skill and experience to scan for entangled seals in a group of a couple of hundred seals running for the water. We have to be quick to act when we spot a seal so it doesn't get away. We may make it look easy but it took us years to become the experts we are today. On top of that we continue learning new ways and methods to make our work easier and less stressful for the seals we rescue. #ocn #oceanconservationnamibia #sealrescues #plasticpollution #raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-07-17T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 24.6K engagements
"The seal was tied up in discarded fishing line like a Christmas present. It took only seconds to net her untangle the mess and set her free. She ran back to the ocean - a scene that looks hopeful on the surface. But we know whats waiting for her out there: more of the same. More ghost gear more industrial waste more packaging and forgotten plastic items swirling in the waves. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-07-18T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 21.9K engagements
"The little seal pup played with something he shouldn't have: a single use white plastic shopping bag. How is he supposed to know that a this object is a potent killer and one of the biggest threats to marine creatures around the globe Plastics are man-made they are not natural. Marine animals including seals had very little time to adapt to a new plastic-filled habitat. While seals are not endangered in Namibia many other marine species are. #ocn #oceanconservationnamibia #sealrescues #plasticpollution #raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-07-19T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 10.3K engagements
"#ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-07-20T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 13.6K engagements
"This seal pup is so small he practically disappears inside the baby net. He was found entangled in a loop of bright yellow recreational fishing line something likely discarded by a beachgoer after a day of fishing. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-07-21T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 22.3K engagements
"When we find an entangled seal we dont know what would have ended her life first. The rope slowly cutting deeper the infection spreading through her wound or the simple fact that she can no longer eat. This young female was painfully thin. The rope hadnt sliced deeply yet but it had already done its damage: restricting movement interfering with feeding slowly pushing her toward starvation. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-07-22T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 12.4K engagements
"Todays ropes are almost entirely made from synthetic materials. They dont break down and they dont disappear. They remain in the ocean for decades or centuries entangling and killing wildlife along the way. Even so-called natural fibres take longer to break down than an entangled seal can survive. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-07-24T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 10.2K engagements
"New Record [--] Seals Rescued In One Day On Wednesday the OCN crew went on a rescue trip to Cape Cross. We recently had our biggest day at Pelican Point with [--] seals rescued in a single day. We never expected to surpass that number anytime soon. We normally get such numbers as a total for the month. To get this many in one day is truly mind-boggling. We kept spotting more and more entangled seals in every group. Truth is this number could've been even crazier because we also missed several seals. We're currently on [---] rescues for the year with just under [--] months of rescues remaining."
TikTok Link 2025-07-25T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 10.4K engagements
"Mission Possible: Baby Seal Running For The Water #ocn#oceanconservation#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-07-26T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 23.1K engagements
"Seal Saved From Plastic Strap. Our seals are resilient creatures and can survive harsh natural conditions but they can easily be taken down by a few carelessly discarded grams of plastic. No matter how small and insignificant a plastic strap may seem this video is a reminder that human-made waste wreaks havoc on marine life all over the world. #ocn#oceanconservation#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-07-27T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 1.2M engagements
"Rescuer Antoine has a habit of talking to his seals during rescue. Soft reassurances calm words and the occasional dont bite me. Today is no different. He found a seal tangled in fishing line and as always explained every step with patience and kindness. The seal however was not impressed. The second he was free he turned around snarled and bolted across the beach without even a glance back. #ocn#oceanconservation#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-07-28T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 23.2K engagements
"Baby Seal Saved From Strap. Commercial plastic packaging straps are a growing threat to marine animals. Even the strongest and healthiest pups like this fat baby seal stand no chance against an unnatural and unfair enemy like plastic packaging straps. Although confused the pup seemed relieved as we removed the strap quickly hurried back to the sea. #ocn#oceanconservation#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-07-29T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 180.3K engagements
"Antoine channels full ninja energy in this one. Inching closer over [--] long minutes to a massive sleeping seal bull. The animal used to human movement around the harbour stays fast asleep and thats all Antoine needs. With one quick move he loops the rescue hoop around the bulls neck and pulls off another tight white box strap. Its possible this seal has been rescued before. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-07-30T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 554.3K engagements
"Rescuer Saves Baby Seal From Plastic Strap #ocn#oceanconservation#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-08-04T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 328.5K engagements
"Baby Seal Saved From Entanglement #ocn#oceanconservation#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-08-11T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 465.8K engagements
"Entangled in plastic The injured seal was clearly compromised and while the others might have been keeping warm resting or simply curious we like to believe theres more to it. Whats certain is that seals dont understand the threat. They dont know that ghost fishing gear clothing waste plastic bags strapping bands and netting are lethal. #ocn#oceanconservation#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-08-17T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 28.8K engagements
"This time it wasnt the industrial fishing fleets or ghost gear from commercial vessels. This seals injury was caused by a single piece of fishing line likely left behind by a recreational angler. Namibias beaches are a haven for fishing enthusiasts a place to relax with family cast a line and enjoy the oceans bounty. But the privilege of access comes with responsibility and in this case it was completely ignored. #ocn#oceanconservation#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-08-18T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 487.9K engagements
"BTS Getting Ready To Save Lives #ocn#oceanconservation#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-08-21T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 12.7K engagements
"Infected Injured and Still Fighting This seal youngster was buried in fishing line. Multiple strands of line had wrapped around his neck cutting through layers of flesh so deeply that even our favorite rescue tool the Leatherman Raptor struggled to get through. The wound was raw red and reeked of infection. Despite that the seal was strong and healthy. #ocn#oceanconservation#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-08-24T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 12.9K engagements
"How Many Seals Are Really Entangled Cape Cross turns into a full-blown seal traffic jam when the OCN team moves in for a seal rescue. Hundreds of seals scramble toward the ocean and in the chaos the rescuers have only seconds to scan the crowd for entanglements. Sometimes we spot ten or more victims in one batch. Sometimes none. But what if were missing more than we find What is the real number of entangled marine animals How many are suffering just out of sight tangled injured and slowly wasting away in the crowd #ocn#oceanconservation#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-08-29T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 49.6K engagements
"Deep Wound on Seal's Neck This young seal is in serious trouble. A deep wound around his neck shows the brutal grip of fishing line. Rescuer Antoine spots the entanglement and calls for backup because the seal is in too much pain already and attempting a solo rescue would mean adding more trauma. Every movement hurts the poor animal. These moments are the hardest for the rescuers but we have to cause pain in order to save his life. #ocn#oceanconservation#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-09-02T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 17.3K engagements
"No More Biting #sealrescue"
TikTok Link 2025-09-07T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 24.4K engagements
"Seal Rescued Just In Time #ocn#oceanconservation#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-09-09T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 17.7K engagements
"Quick and Easy Seal Rescue Not every seal rescue ends in a deep wound or a painful struggle; sometimes we get lucky. This young seal was spotted with a box strap still loose enough to remove safely. Within seconds rescuers Jason and Antoine had him out freed and back in the colony. #ocn#oceanconservation#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-09-14T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 45.3K engagements
"Fishing Ports Are a Trap for These Seals This big seal was fast asleep his tummy full of fish scraps and curled up near the harbor boats. But around his neck a packing strap was digging deeper and deeper. Walvis Bay harbor is a feast zone for seals. But its also a dumping ground. Unsecured containers and careless waste management mean plastic ends up in the water and eventually around the necks of our seals. Only a small number of seals live here. But the number of entanglements is way out of proportion. #ocn#oceanconservation#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-09-18T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 29.8K engagements
"Seal Rescue: "Cooperation Is Key" #ocn#oceanconservation#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-09-27T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 32.3K engagements
"Seal Rescue in Remote Namibia #ocn#oceanconservation#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-10-05T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 38.5K engagements
"Seal Pup Entangled in Packaging Sack #ocn#oceanconservation#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2025-10-10T06:00Z 1.8M followers, 45.2K engagements
"Rescuer Cuts Recreational Fishing Line From Small Baby Seal. #ocn #fyp #seal #sealrescue"
TikTok Link 2023-04-26T19:01Z 1.8M followers, 163.7K engagements
"Cutting The Line follows husband and wife team Naude and Katja Dreyer and their three children as they embark on a mission to rescue seals entangled in deadly plastic pollution along the Namibian coastline. What begins as a few spur-of-the-moment rescues quickly evolves into a unique environmental organization that finds itself pitted against a mounting global crisis.The film premieres online on June [--] [----] World Oceans Day and will be available to watch through Vimeo On Demand for a limited three-day period after which it will start showing on the international film festival circuit. Vimeo"
TikTok Link 2023-05-01T19:00Z 1.8M followers, 91.9K engagements
"Big Ball Of Fishing Line Entangles Seal #ocn #fyp #sealrescue #seal"
TikTok Link 2023-05-18T10:01Z 1.8M followers, 20.5M engagements
"This seal pup was rescued from a ziplock bag. Your ziplock bag can be a threat to these innocent marine animals. Is recycling a reasonable option Well it is easier said than done. Only 9% of all the plastics produced are actually recycled. The remaining ones either end up in landfills or the ocean. If it were so easy then why is only 9% of it recycled Recycling is far more complicated than what big manufacturers portray it to be. The only lasting solution is to reduce plastic production at the source. See the link in our bio to visit our website watch our full documentary visit our YouTube"
TikTok Link 2023-06-26T14:00Z 1.8M followers, 667.6K engagements
"Seal Saved From Commercial Fishing Line. Listen to the seal expand when Naude cuts the line This poor animal can finally breathe. Did you know that plastics from fishing activities is the biggest contributor to ocean pollution It has devastating effects on marine animals as it continues to kill long after it has been dumped or lost at sea. #ocn #sealrescue #plasticpollution #oceanpollution #babyseal #capefurseal"
TikTok Link 2023-09-08T15:00Z [--] followers, 24.5K engagements
"He almost escaped Luckily Tony could catch the little seal by hand. The OCN team cut the rope from his neck and a happy seal returned to the water. Follow the liink in our bio to learn more about our seal rescues. We've rescued over [----] seals thus far. Our goal to raise awareness of the plastic pollution crisis and the damage it is causing in our oceans. #seal #sealrescue #namibia #animalrescue #"
TikTok Link 2023-09-11T07:19Z 1.8M followers, 1M engagements
"When you throw something away it never is truly 'away' it must go somewhere. Visit ocnamibia.org to find out more about how we rescue seals to raise awareness of the plastic pollution crisis. #ocn #oceanconservationnamibia #sealrescue #animalrescue #plasticpollution #raisingawareness #fishinggear #ghostgear"
TikTok Link 2024-03-10T20:00Z 1.8M followers, 13.1K engagements
"Seal rescued from entanglement So many seals It might seem impossible to spot an entangled seal amongst so many identical seals but our team has improved their spotting seals over the years. . #ocn #oceanconservationnamibia #sealrescue #animalrescue #plasticpollution"
TikTok Link 2024-03-19T18:00Z 1.8M followers, 1.2M engagements
"Seal Bull Saved From Plastic Strap He got entangled AGAIN We often find seals at the local fish processing plants who get entangled more than once Lucky for this big guy we managed to remove teh strap without disrupting his day too much. #ocn #oceanconservationnamibia #sealrescue #plasticpollution #sealrescues #seal #animalrescue"
TikTok Link 2024-03-25T12:45Z 1.8M followers, 14.9K engagements
"We are very happy when an entangled seal shows such strength while running to the water. It means the entanglement has not caused too much pain. In this case the rope has not started cutting and thankfully we could remove it without too much stress on the seal. We have rescued [---] seals in [----] the high season is starting now in [----] and we are seeing more entangled seals in May. #ocn #oceanconservationnamibia #sealrescue #sealrescues #animalrescues"
TikTok Link 2024-05-13T21:00Z 1.8M followers, 308.7K engagements
"Such a small baby seal and already entangled Seals do not know old fishing lines and plastic pollution are lethal. They play with these foreign objects and they quickly get entangled. We have rescued over [----] seals from entanglements thus far but there are so many who will never be rescued. #ocn #sealrescues #oceanconservationnamibia #plasticpollution #animalrescue"
TikTok Link 2024-06-10T10:21Z 1.8M followers, 430.5K engagements
"It can be very difficult to spot an entangled seal amongst hundreds of lookalikes but our team have become very skilled in this task. Lots of practice binoculars and a scope help us spot targets. #ocn #sealrescues #animalrescues #oceanconservationnamibia #plasticpollution #animalwelfare #seal #sealrescue #capefurseal"
TikTok Link 2024-06-11T20:55Z 1.8M followers, 23.3M engagements
"We love it when seals are ready to fight back. It makes our job more challenging but it also shows the seal's strength and gives us hope that the entanglement hasn't caused significant harm. In this case the line hadn't cut the seal and after we removed it he happily scurried back to the ocean. #ocn #sealrescue #sealrescues #ghostgear #plasticpollution #animalrescue #namibia #animalwelfare #oceanconservationnamibia #oceanconservation #ocean #oceanlife #marinelife"
TikTok Link 2024-06-19T21:25Z 1.8M followers, 45.1K engagements
"Sometimes it can be chaotic during a rescue. In this case the seals kept eacaping we just had too many entangled seals and too few hands (the other rescuers were working on rescuing seals on the other side of the beach). Luckily all the entanglements were removed from our unwilling patients. 😂 We rescue on average about [---] seals per year visit ocnamibia.org to learn more about our seal reacues. #capefurseal #oceanconservationnamibia #ocn #sealrescue #sealrescues #namibia"
TikTok Link 2024-07-29T09:27Z [--] followers, 9.8M engagements
"Walvis Bay dock seals truly enjoy a wonderful lifestylethey feast on leftovers from nearby fishing factories and spend the rest of their time bathing in the sun minding their own business. This would be a perfect arrangement if not for the omnipresent risk of entanglement caused by their proximity to the fishing operations. If fishermen made an effort to cut these loops entanglements in the harbor would be greatly minimized. #ocn#pollution#plastic #ghostgear #fishing#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescue"
TikTok Link 2024-09-17T09:30Z 1.8M followers, [----] engagements
"How did a hard hat ended up around a seal's neck Maybe a construction worker accidentally dropped it on a vessel and it slipped into the ocean. Maybe he looked for it maybe he didn't. The hat drifted a bit slowly floating away from shore or the vessel. Maybe a curious seal investigated the unusual object nudged the hard hat caused it to flip and twist until his head slipped through the adjustable strap of the hat and he became stuck. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2024-10-23T07:00Z 1.8M followers, 98.4K engagements
"Approximately [------] tons of fishing gear including ropes nets and lines are lost or discarded in the oceans every year. These "ghost gears" account for an estimated 10% of all marine debris. Synthetic ropes made from materials like nylon and polypropylene can take up to [---] years to degrade in the marine environment. During this time they continue to break down into smaller microplastics which are harmful to marine organisms once they enter the food chain. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2024-10-24T07:00Z 1.8M followers, 23.2K engagements
"Baby Seal Rescued Rescuer Gets a Surprise Bite #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2024-10-27T07:20Z 1.8M followers, 322.8K engagements
"Seal Saved From Mystery Rope. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2024-11-23T08:00Z 1.8M followers, 24.4K engagements
"Earlier in the morning this young seal with a severe rope entanglement around his neck narrowly escaped his rescuers and the frustrated team had to watch him as he slipped back into the ocean. In this line of work missed rescues are tough because second chances are rare especially when the entanglement has caused such a severe wound. The seal might not live long enough to wait for our next rescue patrol. #ocn#oceanconservationnamibia#sealrescues#plasticpollution#raisingawareness"
TikTok Link 2024-11-28T08:30Z 1.8M followers, 304.5K engagements
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