The UK coast is a permanent home to two species of seal and we’re occasionally visited by a variety of others. Seals – semi-aquatic mammals also known as pinnipeds – are quite common in the UK.

Britain’s coastlines host two distinct seal species that have carved out their own territories and lifestyles around our shores. Grey seals and common seals might seem similar at a glance, but they’re ...

ABSTRACT: Harbour seal populations have declined by up to 40% around northern and eastern Britain since 2000 due to unknown causes; prey availability is one important factor that could be contributing ...

Rescue charities say they have seen a big rise of seals needing help and care this winter. The British Divers Marine Life Rescue (BDMLR) and the Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals ...

Members of the public are being warned to be careful what they bring to beaches this summer amid an “unprecedented” rise in seal entanglements along Norfolk’s coast. Conservationists at Horsey Gap, ...

With their big eyes, curious nature and adorably fluffy pups, it’s easy to love seals. Fortunately for us, these charismatic creatures are quite common in the UK, with our shores home to two species.