Rabies and Seals in South Africa: What You Need to Know

Rabies in seals has historically been rare, but recent reports from May 2024 have highlighted several cases of Cape fur seals testing positive for rabies along South Africa’s Western Cape and Northern Cape coastlines. While no other marine mammal species have been affected, these incidents have raised concerns about potential risks. As seals are known to travel long distances along the coast, and often come into contact with humans, it’s important to understand the risks and know how to respond in case of an encounter with an aggressive seal or if you’re attacked.

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