LEWES, Del. – A female gray seal pup was rescued from Cape Henlopen State Park on Sunday after showing signs of distress, according to the Marine Education, Research & Rehabilitation Institute.
MERR responders said the pup appeared thin and had a large wound on her left side. Upon closer inspection, additional small wounds and signs of dehydration were detected, prompting a decision to transport her for long-term care.
The pup, now named Cassiopeia following MERR’s tradition of using constellation names chosen by supporters, will be sent to the National Aquarium in Baltimore for rehabilitation.
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