35K views · 1.4K reactions | On April 13 we admitted a one-week-old bearded seal pup into our Wildlife Response Program. The last time ASLC responded to a bearded seal in distress was 2002. The female pup was observed on the shores of Shaktoolik by local residents and transported to the Center. She arrived severely underweight and staff are now working to increase her blubber layer. Stay tuned for updates! | Alaska SeaLife Center | Facebook

18K views · 345 reactions | PUPDATE: born at 11.5kg (25.35lbs), Shelby's two-day-old pup is already at 12kg (26.46lbs)! Harbor seal pups only nurse for about 4-6 weeks, and will be double their birth weight by the time they have weaned. This means mom's milk has to be hearty, and is made up of almost 50% fat to ensure her baby grows quickly! Video by Robin Riggs | Aquarium of the Pacific | Facebook

This adorable seal pup learns how to swim! 😍 Starting with a doggy paddle, this curious seal pup is taking his first dip into the icy Arctic waters, with a close eye from mum. But soon, it will have to face these freezing temperatures alone… Meet the animals inhabiting our fragile frozen worlds. ❄️ #FrozenPlanet2 Find out where to watch 👉 https://www.bbcearth.com/shows/frozen-planet-2 | BBC Earth