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Plea to give Thames seals space for everyone's safety

Plea to give Thames seals space for everyone's safety
BBC Science Saturday 05 September 2026, 07:03 UTC 1 min read
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Getting too close to the animals spotted along the River Thames can be harmful for both them and members of the public, a charity says.

Getting too close to the animals spotted along the River Thames can be harmful for both them and members of the public, a charity says.
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