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Neil the seal wreaks beautiful havoc in southern Tasmania – video

The Guardian Environment Wednesday 01 July 2026, 05:27 UTC By Guardian Staff 1 min read
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Bollards, cones, fences and LandCruisers stand little chance against a 1,000kg giant known as 'Neil the seal'. The five-and-a-half-year-old elephant seal is already a local legend and has once again taken up residence in towns along the Tasman peninsula. He's bypassing barricades, he's crushing fences, he's lying in roadsTasmania's Neil the seal has found viral fame, leaving experts concerned for his welfare Continue reading...

Bollards, cones, fences and LandCruisers stand little chance against a 1,000kg giant known as 'Neil the seal'. The five-and-a-half-year-old elephant seal is already a local legend and has once again taken up residence in towns along the Tasman peninsula. He's bypassing barricades, he's crushing fences, he's lying in roads

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