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Collected on 28 September 2026
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What this means
This is a CapeNature news article issued on World Rabies Day about safely responding to Cape fur seals and possible rabies exposure. It tells residents and visitors to keep away from seals, seek urgent medical or veterinary advice after exposure, and report concerning behaviour to the relevant authorities. CapeNature provides a phone number for reporting suspected cases or concerning seal behaviour.
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Report suspected cases or concerning seal behaviour
Members of the public can report suspected rabies cases or seals showing aggressive, disoriented or otherwise concerning behaviour to CapeNature. Where possible, they should provide a video, description and accurate location pin without approaching the seal.
- Who it is for
- Residents, visitors and other members of the public who encounter concerning seal behaviour
- How to act on it
- Call CapeNature at 083 236 2924. If safe, record the behaviour from a distance and include a video, description and accurate location pin; reports may also be made to the local municipality, lifeguards or relevant conservation authorities.
The document's recorded date is 28 September 2026. Confirm on the official source.
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Suspected cases or concerning seal behaviour can be reported to CapeNature at 083 236 2924.
Key Takeaways
- CapeNature safety reminder on World Rabies Day, 28 September 2026
- Rabies detected in Cape fur seals along the South African coastline
- At least 176 people had been bitten by seals by the end of 2025
- Report suspected cases or concerning seal behaviour to CapeNature at 083 236 2924
- Keep people, children and pets away from seals and do not touch, feed or move them
- CapeNature
- Mbulelo Jacobs