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Leopard Seal Found Dead on Petone Beach | Wellington News
A leopard seal that became a beachside sensation on Petone Beach has died, sparking concern and prompting a bird flu investigation. Found lifeless in the Hutt River, the female seal had drawn crowds during her two-week stay. The Department of Conservation is working with Taranaki Whānui to respectfully remove and bury the animal, while MPI tests for H5 bird flu are underway — a precautionary step as authorities seek to understand the cause of death. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated…
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