![]() ![]() ![]() “We currently have 6 seal pups at the GSPCA all of which have been with us for over 6 weeks and their pools are covered so thankfully the risk to those in our care is extremely low.” “There were also recent cases of seals in Scotland with Avian Bird Flu and we have highlighted to our team and other Channel Island organisations and vets heightened precautions if called out to injured seals to lower any risks to team members.” Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager continued “It is terrible to hear of the recent news of 5 deceased seals found on the Cornwall coast with avian bird flu.” It is now mandatory for all volunteers attending strandings to wear face masks and wear protective eyewear in addition to their usual PPE (disposable gloves and full waterproofs which must be disinfected after use) and cleaning processes.’Īs these cases are so close to our shores the GSPCA like Cornwall Wildlife Trust also urge members of the public to not approach any dead stranded animals and to report it to Agriculture, Countryside and Land Management Services by emailing or calling 01481 227000. ‘The general public are advised against approaching and interacting with seals in the UK, even when the animals are in danger or distress.Ĭornwall Wildlife Trust are also urging all members of the public to stay away from all dead animals, which wash into our beaches, including seals, dolphins, porpoises, whales and, of course, sea birds.Ĭornwall Wildlife Trust’s Marine Strandings Network (MSN) are, however, taking extra precautions within the project, which will sit alongside our high standards of health and safety. There has also been cases of bird flu in a dolphin in Devon, the Trust said on its website. ![]() The Cornwall Wildlife Trust urged members of the public to stay away from all dead animals which wash up on beaches including seals, dolphins, porpoises, whales and sea birds. “We also want to repeat our message that sadly seals around the UK have sadly been affected by avian bird flu.” “With the need of a new Wildlife Hospital to sponsoring their care each month to making a one of donation to a gift in your will there are many ways to make a real difference to help seal pups and the many other wild animals we help every day.” Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said “Wednesday 22 nd March is International Day of the Seal and with 6 in our care at the GSPCA and every year those in the Channel Islands needing our help during pup season there are many ways to support their care.” Wednesday 22 nd March is International Day of the Seal and with 6 in our care and 2 recently released the GSPCA has seen more seals in our care in recent years than ever before. ![]()
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