Give wildlife space.
South Devon is one of the locations fortunate to regularly see Grey Seals. These are however a globally rare species so The Seal Project was set up to monitor and protect these amazing creatures, reduce negative impact factors and raise awareness of the importance of protecting them.
Along with these Globally rare Grey Seals we are fortunate to also monitor and record a small number of Common Seals. We observe, record & recognise many of these seals as they return time and again to our shores. Following their lives and building up a picture of their life stories. These are amazing creatures.
Our Aims
To monitor and protect the Grey seal population along with the less frequently seen Common seals around the South Devon shores, throughout the Torbay and South Hams coastal and inland waterways. Ensuring the conservation, protection and welfare of these amazing creatures. Through monitoring, recording, naming, and educating the young and old, creating potential for research and long term protection.
To engage with the public, advance the education and awareness through all ages, from the very young to the much younger at heart. We are so fortunate to see these amazing creatures but we need to know how to manage the perception. These are amazing and inquisitive creatures, however they are wild and as such need to be left to live their wild lives without our intervention or disturbance.
Engaging with the public, from out and about conversations, to organised talks, stands, Schools, Colleges, University students, shows, festivals, fetes, clubs, town hall events, local on site events with other agencies, cafe and club talks, one to one volunteers, online engagement, all talks tailored to suit all ages.