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River Thames by Radnor Gardens, Twickenham

· London

The observer reported a grey seal gently bobbing and snorting at the surface before disappearing.

Species
Grey seal
Number of seals
Not recorded
Attributed name
Unidentified
Source
Twickenham Nub News — https://twickenham.nub.news/news/local-news/seal-spotted-in-the-river-thames-in-twickenham-217279

About this record

Supporting evidence
The local report, published 15 January 2024, says the sighting was made that afternoon by a kayaker near Radnor Gardens, Twickenham, and reproduces the observer's post. Species is attributed to the observer and report; no identity is inferred.
Identification confidence
Uncertain
Editorial status
Published by Seal Watch.

Source wording, attributed names and approximate date labels are preserved. A published report does not establish a verified animal identity.

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Under Tower Bridge

Observer description: Flat muzzle, dark shiny head.

Source: ZSL Thames Marine Mammal Survey, report 5828 — https://sites.zsl.org/inthethames/main/

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Observer description: Observer submitted photographs; no written description of the animal was provided.

Source: ZSL Thames Marine Mammal Survey, report 5829 — https://sites.zsl.org/inthethames/main/

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Observer description: Muzzle, rolled on its side

Source: ZSL Thames Marine Mammal Survey, report 5827 — https://sites.zsl.org/inthethames/main/

Creekmouth Open Space Barking, near the small Thames Barrier

Observer description: Long dog like snout. Dark brown colour. Head came above water before taking a deep breath and diving back down. Saw small amount of body whilst diving seemed quite large & in good condition

Source: ZSL Thames Marine Mammal Survey, report 5826 — https://sites.zsl.org/inthethames/main/