Seal's Jaw Caught On Fishing Hook

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  • Fishing hooks cause unbearable pain for any animal caught on them. No matter if it's the intended species or unfortunate bycatch like seals, dolphins, or turtles: if the animal breaks the fishing line, the hook stays with them for a long time.
    Compared to other entanglements, we consider hooks as less serious because they mainly cause wounds and infections, and they will eventually rust away. Loops from fishing line or plastic bags take centuries to decompose and have the potential to suffocate or starve the animal.
    This particular case brought together the worst of two worlds: a painful hook stuck in a seals jaw, and 100m of plastic fishing line attached to it. Just imagine how many other animals could have gotten stuck in this fishing line, as the hooked seal dragged it along?
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  • @CTHou13
    @CTHou13 23 дні тому +195

    What a horrific entanglement. That hook must’ve caused so much distress. Please viewers if you support this channel please donate a dollar to this noble cause.

  • @lindac6032
    @lindac6032 23 дні тому +145

    Ouch! That poor seal! Who knows how many times that line snagged on things and caused even more pain! Not to mention the drag in the water, making it more difficult to hunt and feed. But she was a good patient and stayed calm while you worked to free her. Excellent work! Thanks, team!👏❤️

  • @grannybee
    @grannybee 23 дні тому +57

    The patient seems to know that the surgeons are saving his life. Beautiful rescue ❤️

  • @cathielamson4616
    @cathielamson4616 23 дні тому +72

    That poor seal! Thank you, OCN!

  • @Sandra-Gibora
    @Sandra-Gibora 23 дні тому +107

    I know that Antoine said that your videos are primarily meant to educate us. I do appreciate it but I hope you also appreciate that some of us need to watch you do this to restore some of our faith in humanity once in awhile. Whether that was the intent or not, thank you for it.

    • @helenamcginty4920
      @helenamcginty4920 23 дні тому

      A lot of humanity is uneducated or mis educated, eg fish dont feel pain. Animals were created for human use ( like we arent also animals ). Sadly a minority catch fish for 'fun'. Hunt animals and birds for 'fun'. Not for food. And an even smaller minority are just plain cruel.
      But most of us, even the ignorant, are good people.

    • @AviusL
      @AviusL 23 дні тому +6

      Absolutely! Unlike most videos these days, these videos feel so pure and genuine. No stupid AI voice narrating, no dumb music, no chatter, etc. Makes me love these videos for what they are: honest.

    • @DebraJean196
      @DebraJean196 22 дні тому +3

      And these videos are POSITIVE. You take a negative - innocent wildlife injured by mankind’s insensitivity and thoughtlessness - and bring about a positive - beautiful seals (not so!) gracefully returning to the healing waters of the ocean to enjoy life once more!

    • @maeterith1984
      @maeterith1984 15 днів тому

      I hate the videos sometimes because it makes me realise, how badly we have messed the planet. But I love them as I now have an appreciation of these beautiful creatures that I never had before. And the help that a few humans do for them, for no profit. But their love of it. I am so aware of plastic, loops, anything. And I cut any straps into small pieces. Or preferably, I won't buy anything with them. These chaps are immense. And their videos are educational to the world.

  • @nonnyena4267
    @nonnyena4267 23 дні тому +96

    That one was rough! Thank you, OCN, for your intervention!

  • @cv990a4
    @cv990a4 23 дні тому +38

    Since OCN started doing it's thing, Namibian seals have developed superb running skills - their times for 100meters, 200 meters and 500 meter dash have improved remarkably... ;-)

    • @1955miss
      @1955miss 22 дні тому +1

      Thanks to Denzil! 🏃🏽

  • @bkm2797
    @bkm2797 23 дні тому +34

    Really hate those hooks, the poor sea pup can't eat and is in so much pain. Thank you for giving her back a pain free life again.❤️🙏🏻👍

  • @thulekovish8188
    @thulekovish8188 23 дні тому +22

    It couldn't be done any better. These men are cautious and caring with the poor seal, their experience shows. Thank you, team OCN.

    • @Judep4237
      @Judep4237 22 дні тому +1

      They have spent so long honing their skills and equipment. Such amazing dedication

  • @mike747436
    @mike747436 23 дні тому +58

    Surely the most painful kind of rescue you deal with. Well done!

  • @nicklager1666
    @nicklager1666 23 дні тому +55

    Hook is never a good thing. Plenty of delicate work for our brave rescuers. Tring to do as little damage as possible in the removal.

  • @pcbacklash_3261
    @pcbacklash_3261 23 дні тому +19

    I don't even want to _try_ to imagine the pain that poor critter was going through. Now he'll hurt like hell for a while, but can at least recover and lead a normal life, thanks to the OCN crew!

  • @olgapyat
    @olgapyat 23 дні тому +20

    Hi all!
    This little seal was carrying such a load and a long fishing line that could have killed many more seals. When they opened the net, these seal eyes, full of suffering, and this huge hook that got stuck in its mouth - it was terrible.
    Thank you guys, and not only for this seal.
    Today is May 19, 2024. This amazing channel has 1.93 million subscribers. Another 70,000 and it will be great! Subscribe if you haven't already. By subscribing, liking, donating, sharing and allowing advertising, you help save seals. This can be done using multiple accounts. It's all free and helps OCN.

    • @Mcat7101
      @Mcat7101 23 дні тому +2

      That poor seal😢 You are so good to do your full comment everyday, showing your loyal support for OCN❤

  • @paddyjenkins8458
    @paddyjenkins8458 23 дні тому +14

    This is so very sad, I am sorry seal for what we have done to you in your home. Thank you OCN, this one was special.

  • @sherriroberts2657
    @sherriroberts2657 23 дні тому +24

    Thank you for saving him.❤

  • @hendriklurse6518
    @hendriklurse6518 23 дні тому +15

    Thank you my heroes for saving him ❤️ greetings to all 😊🙋🏼

  • @frenchroast1355
    @frenchroast1355 23 дні тому +18

    As terrible as that was the sense of accomplishment must be amazing. Well done, guys.

  • @marybrown1539
    @marybrown1539 23 дні тому +12

    A very patient seal ,it must have been so painful but he must have sensed that you were all there to help.

  • @RL-RL
    @RL-RL 23 дні тому +13

    Now that was horrible! The seal handled it well though. With that much line trailing behind, others could have easily got caught up in it causing a massive problem. Thankfully the team saw, knew what to do and saved this one, and many other lives!

  • @hippomom26
    @hippomom26 23 дні тому +12

    That was horrible! So glad you could help this poor seal, and potentially many others!❤

  • @patriot4usa
    @patriot4usa 23 дні тому +9

    That poor baby. Thanks for helping.

  • @LiamWakefield
    @LiamWakefield 23 дні тому +18

    It looked like the barb was partially closed and it still took a lot to remove. Excellent work, guys.

    • @Mcat7101
      @Mcat7101 23 дні тому

      The pain must have been excruciating for the seal, both before and during the rescue. I felt for OCN, too, being faced with that, knowing that they have to inflict more pain on the animal in order to help. It must be so upsetting.

  • @Neith29
    @Neith29 23 дні тому +9

    They have so much strength to be able to withstand that pain of the hook in their mouth.

  • @lucylee6982
    @lucylee6982 23 дні тому +18

    💗💗 Thank You OCN 💗💗

  • @patbowers4180
    @patbowers4180 23 дні тому +8

    So correct! You saved more than you know! Good job!!❤

  • @BarbJoT
    @BarbJoT 23 дні тому +9

    This rescue had me on the edge of my seat! PHEW! Great job! 🦭 💕

  • @anitasyvalahti1730
    @anitasyvalahti1730 23 дні тому +5

    Horrible entanglement and big hook. Very long line :(. Thank you, men you saved a seal and multiple another at the same time ❤.

  • @Balthasarde
    @Balthasarde 23 дні тому +6

    Thanks ONC for giving this seal a chance to heal and run free from this Hook !

  • @user-dv6ub7vk3d
    @user-dv6ub7vk3d 16 днів тому +2

    Сколько тюленей вы спасли, дали им безболезненную спокойную жизнь. Низкий поклон вам ребята. Россия Москва.

  • @doeke208
    @doeke208 23 дні тому +4

    It was like the seal immediately understood you were there to help and kept perfectly calm during the painful procedure, incredible

  • @veevee7317
    @veevee7317 23 дні тому +7

    What a mess! Good save guys, thanks.

  • @maiqueashworth
    @maiqueashworth 17 днів тому +1

    The seals are telling each other how you're trying to help them! I'm so impressed at your dedication and it helps restore my faith in humanity. Thank you.

  • @leannevitale3228
    @leannevitale3228 23 дні тому +2

    The seals seem to be allowing you to do a lot, it’s because you all understand them so well now. Thank you so much for helping.

  • @rasheedaali8004
    @rasheedaali8004 22 дні тому +2

    That seal didn’t fuss at all and understood you all were only helping him… I just looked at the length of line Naude kept pulling, incredible the seal wasn’t more tangled… Thank you OCN… yet again, a life saved. ❤

  • @gidget8717
    @gidget8717 23 дні тому +5

    Oh! That one was sooo bad! 😬
    Thank you for giving it a chance and for removing all that line before it entangles other seals ♥️

  • @karenjoy511
    @karenjoy511 23 дні тому +4

    Another lucky seal. Thanks, team, for all the work you do!

  • @DaS-zk7ew
    @DaS-zk7ew 23 дні тому +9

    Gut, dass ihr so einen Notfallkoffer da habt.

  • @banksiasong
    @banksiasong 23 дні тому +6

    Brilliant teamwork and use of new tools.

  • @elaborowiec3976
    @elaborowiec3976 23 дні тому +7

    Dziękujemy❤🇵🇱👍

  • @louisemackay1016
    @louisemackay1016 22 дні тому +1

    Awe poor wee soul.I hold my breath on these rescues but the seal was such a good patient.Thank you so much for saving him/her, great team work ❤❤❤

  • @carolleighton4579
    @carolleighton4579 23 дні тому +3

    What a wonderful wonderful seal, lying there wondering what fate awaits him, he must have been so relieved to be free from the horrible hook, the team did well. Thankyou OCN

  • @dingjo5027
    @dingjo5027 23 дні тому +3

    a lot of gratitude from everybody watching these videos for you guys helping the seals recover from getting tangled in pollution from fishing boats, it's amazing work you do

    • @daniellamcgee4251
      @daniellamcgee4251 22 дні тому +1

      And we can do our part by minimising buying more single use plastic.

  • @lefuzares9323
    @lefuzares9323 23 дні тому +5

    Gracias infinitas por au labor❤

  • @suzannecodd2588
    @suzannecodd2588 22 дні тому +1

    I often wonder if the seals understand that you guys are helping them and this one was so patient and calm that he clearly understood what was happening. Have to admit to shedding a tear for this rescue. Thanks for all you do ♥

  • @gpalokayiu
    @gpalokayiu 23 дні тому +3

    Thank you for saving the seal. He must have suffered for some time. You guys are gorgeous.

  • @gladysedgell2410
    @gladysedgell2410 22 дні тому +1

    Those seal eyes looking up at you gets me in my heart. That was painful but I feel the seal knew you were helping him get that hook out. Thank you for saving him. Your videos are fantastic.💙🦭🌊🪝

  • @maryg3143
    @maryg3143 23 дні тому +2

    The hook looked massive. I am so grateful this team is out there to rescue. Thank you for all you do! ❤️

  • @vivaldi1948
    @vivaldi1948 23 дні тому +7

    Another fine job!

  • @marthahines1979
    @marthahines1979 23 дні тому +7

    What a tough go! Thanks you guys😊

  • @icturner23
    @icturner23 23 дні тому +6

    The hook ones always blow my mind because you’re doing what would in other circumstances be done in a high-tech operating room and under anaesthesia instead crouching on a deserted beach with basic tools.

    • @daniellamcgee4251
      @daniellamcgee4251 22 дні тому

      The tools for big things are much the same in operating rooms (I worked in an operating suite in a childrens' hospital). The smaller the work, the more high tech equipment is used. It's the before care, anaesthetic and after care, and time available that makes the difference. These beach operatiions need to be fast. The seals have salt water for excellent healing, at least. These guys had no training, and had figure all this out themselves. I only had to chase some little patients around a ward. These guys are dealing with slippery patients with sharp teeth and strong jaws on a shoreline!

  • @posnrg2u327
    @posnrg2u327 23 дні тому +3

    Whew, take a deep breath guys! That was intense. Thankfully the seal knew you were trying to help and stayed calm. Thanks for spotting and rescuing the seal from its entanglement.❤

  • @gardengnome132
    @gardengnome132 22 дні тому +1

    Excellent job on a difficult and complicated rescue, Team OCN. Thank you so much for saving his life.

  • @egoborder3203
    @egoborder3203 23 дні тому +7

    poor dear, every bite of food must have been agony

  • @sylviarivas8817
    @sylviarivas8817 23 дні тому +3

    Excellent operation. Great camera work.❤

  • @equestrianrosie
    @equestrianrosie 23 дні тому +1

    what a patient understanding seal!

  • @marklandon9058
    @marklandon9058 22 дні тому +1

    Still watching. Still amazed. Still grateful.

  • @bradlemon3183
    @bradlemon3183 22 дні тому +1

    That poor little seal. This was a hard one to watch, but the teamwork is superb. Definitely got my heart rate up. Thank you for all that you do.

  • @tagawa
    @tagawa 23 дні тому +6

    Good job guys!

  • @jacqueeelle6287
    @jacqueeelle6287 22 дні тому +1

    Thank you for helping so many seals and other animals!

  • @cg6348
    @cg6348 23 дні тому +2

    🦭🌊💙 Thank you OCN!

  • @janeteckhart4886
    @janeteckhart4886 23 дні тому +2

    Wow, what a terrible entanglement. That seal is so lucky to have you guys taking the time to get that hook out. I thank you on behalf of all the seals that you probably saved by removing that hook and line.

  • @rhonda7070
    @rhonda7070 23 дні тому

    Yes, you saved others when you rescued this one. So well done.

  • @lesleywood788
    @lesleywood788 23 дні тому +2

    I dread to think what these poor little guys have to swim through? It must be just a soup of plastic! It really is unforgivable!!! Thank you for helping these wonderful, innocent animals XXXXXXX

  • @AngusHenry09
    @AngusHenry09 22 дні тому +1

    This is horrific, made even more so because you said "the smell" which means it's infected, poor, poor thing. I cried the entire time as this old lady isn't so tough anymore. Thank you Thank you Thank you ...

  • @barbaramccarney1445
    @barbaramccarney1445 23 дні тому +2

    That was so sad and horrific! You guys are incredible!!!! 💖

  • @Yanquetino
    @Yanquetino 23 дні тому +5

    These heroes are surgeons…!

  • @suek.5057
    @suek.5057 23 дні тому +3

    How horrifying. Thank you, OCN angels, for helping her. ❤

  • @christinemullens653
    @christinemullens653 23 дні тому +1

    So glad y’all found that Seal and helped free him.

  • @marieslabbert6009
    @marieslabbert6009 23 дні тому +2

    I felt so sorry for the seal, but I think he understood as he was so calm. Thank you OCN for definitely saving his life. 🌊💙🌊💙🌊💙🌊

  • @tgawron2233
    @tgawron2233 23 дні тому +1

    That was so horrible! Thank goodness you were able to remove it. He can now go to live his life! Thank you OCN.

  • @Marg-nt7qm
    @Marg-nt7qm 23 дні тому +2

    Thank you , you wonderful human beings

  • @buonafortuna8928
    @buonafortuna8928 23 дні тому +7

    Great job fellas. I did find myself holding my jaw as you pulled it out. Well done I bet that was satisfying.

  • @deborahlynn4439
    @deborahlynn4439 23 дні тому

    Thank you OCN! It's amazing how patient and calm she was despite her pain. She truly trusted that you were there to help her.❤❤❤

  • @CrowPal
    @CrowPal 23 дні тому +4

    Such a relief! Palpable.

  • @barbll000
    @barbll000 18 днів тому

    Thank you for your hard work to save seals' lives.

  • @jomojojo6603
    @jomojojo6603 23 дні тому +3

    Ouch. Haven't seen a hook surgery for quite a while. This guy is definitely up for patient of the year award

  • @karenwhaley8635
    @karenwhaley8635 23 дні тому +2

    That was sooo much line for that poor thing to tug on the hook constantly. Hope it heals quickly and can eat now!! Thank you team OCN 😊

  • @alanguile8945
    @alanguile8945 23 дні тому +2

    That was hard to watch let alone to perform! Fantastic result with such dedication.

  • @alechit4
    @alechit4 23 дні тому +6

    🎉🎉🎉🎉como dijeron salvaron la vida de muchos, saludos desde argentina rosario

  • @Trash_Cat21
    @Trash_Cat21 23 дні тому +1

    Ouch! that made me cringe in pain, what a trooper for being able to stay calm despite the pain.

  • @dbn52
    @dbn52 23 дні тому +3

    Thank You for all you do.

  • @WakkasLove
    @WakkasLove 23 дні тому +1

    You are angels. Thank you for dealing with such horrible situations. You are these animals only hope in many cases. God bless you all!

    • @OceanConservationNamibia
      @OceanConservationNamibia  22 дні тому +2

      Our efforts are just a drop in the bucket compared to the millions of tonnes of trash entering the world's oceans every year.
      We are unfortunately not solving the problem, but only treating the symptoms of the plastic crisis with our rescues. These videos aim to show the consequences of this pollution and create a change to tackle its roots - namely our addiction to single-use plastics, the lack of law enforcement at sea, and the shortcomings of the recycling industry.

  • @gidget8717
    @gidget8717 23 дні тому +3

    When the seal came into view, my very US southern husband said, "oh honey! Let them help you!" 🤭 (sometimes he sounds just like his grandmother♥️)

  • @paddyjenkins8458
    @paddyjenkins8458 23 дні тому +6

    Oh he is so good

  • @alainboutolleau
    @alainboutolleau 23 дні тому +4

    ho my god!!! I haven't words... it's terrific!!!! respect to you!!!!

  • @stephanieb7311
    @stephanieb7311 23 дні тому +3

    Oh my gosh poor thing. Thank God for you guys.

  • @luciebrisson5881
    @luciebrisson5881 23 дні тому

    She was so calm and patient, even during the toughest bit. Thank you Naude, Antoine and Denzil for ending the torture she must have endured for who knows how long.

  • @adnacraigo6590
    @adnacraigo6590 23 дні тому +2

    Great work.

  • @S500cpe
    @S500cpe 23 дні тому +3

    What you guys do is priceless!!

    • @OceanConservationNamibia
      @OceanConservationNamibia  22 дні тому +1

      Our efforts are just a drop in the bucket compared to the millions of tonnes of trash entering the world's oceans every year.
      We are unfortunately not solving the problem, but only treating the symptoms of the plastic crisis with our rescues. These videos aim to show the consequences of this pollution and create a change to tackle its roots - namely our addiction to single-use plastics, the lack of law enforcement at sea, and the shortcomings of the recycling industry.

  • @Aaiworld1
    @Aaiworld1 23 дні тому +4

    Good job

  • @jamiegallier2106
    @jamiegallier2106 21 день тому +1

    The patience and skill on display in every video is incredible. Cheers Team OCN. ❤❤❤

  • @margarethampson9490
    @margarethampson9490 22 дні тому +1

    Thank you for helping him 👍🏼❤️❤️❤️

  • @carlavanherrewaarden6451
    @carlavanherrewaarden6451 23 дні тому +11

    Poor thing, hunting and eating, if possible at all, must have been pure agony for this seal. Thanks guys, for the successful operation, hopefully she'll heal quickly!🙏💕🦭

  • @theheartland1861
    @theheartland1861 23 дні тому +1

    poor seal didn't have any choice on how to get that hook removed, but it was removed quickly. the seal will be in some pain for awhile, but now the seal can start healing , and soon recover. the seal did know what was going on, and was a very cooperative patient. get all better real soon. thank you for that great rescue. you guys were great👍👍

  • @vivienneoneill5400
    @vivienneoneill5400 23 дні тому +3

    Today was one the best days I have had in a long time,then to see what you did today makes it even more special thank you and God to my special day❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @SuperLoops
    @SuperLoops 23 дні тому +6

    thank you for being careful of the seal's hwiskers they are v important for seal
    seals use their whiskers to detect the turbulent wake of a fish in the water and follow it

  • @hemalatharamachandran3421
    @hemalatharamachandran3421 23 дні тому +3

    Patient and ready to end its horrible ordeal 😢 Thanks ❤ OCN

  • @jimmyfortrue3741
    @jimmyfortrue3741 23 дні тому +1

    Thank you !!!

  • @joelonsdale
    @joelonsdale 23 дні тому +1

    Great work as always guys.

  • @Archie-23
    @Archie-23 19 днів тому

    Thank you so much for helping the seals.💚