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25-year-old Tasmanian fur seal thought to be among oldest

Sandy Powell
September 1 2021 - 10:00am
WATER DOG: This long-nosed fur seal, born in 1996 and still alive and well, is thought to be one of the oldest known member of its species. Picture: Supplied
WATER DOG: This long-nosed fur seal, born in 1996 and still alive and well, is thought to be one of the oldest known member of its species. Picture: Supplied

The sighting of a healthy Tasmanian fur seal born on Maatsuyker Island in 1996 has caused a stir in the country's scientific community.

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Sandy Powell

Sandy Powell

Senior Reporter

Court and crime reporter covering the West and North-West of Tasmania for the Advocate.

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