The exposure to humans would likely prevent the pup from reuniting with its mother, according to rescue services.

sea lions and fur seals), and Phocidae (the earless, or true seals). Seals range in size from the 1 m (3 ft 3 in) and 45 kg (99 lb) Baikal seal to the 5 m (16 ft) and 3,200 kg (7,100 lb ...