seal.watch / british columbia

British Columbia · 2000—2026

Harbour seals and Steller sea lions

Seals around British Columbia.

Follow public seal observations from British Columbia. Browse published records, explore the places and stories behind them, or share an encounter with the Seal Watch team.

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  1. 2018
    Anvil Island, Howe Sound Howe Sound
    Emerald (rescue-team name) Daily Hive Vancouver staff; Vancouver Aquarium Marine Mammal Rescue Centre

    A small premature male seal pup was observed alone on Anvil Island throughout the day before being rescued. The aquarium team named him Emerald. He was transported via Porteau Cove for treatment. Species not recorded · 1 seal