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Selkämeri, Ahlainen, Satakunta, Finland

· Baltic coast

Two Baltic ringed seals were reported by the observer and one is visible on a rock in the source photo.

Species
Ringed seal
Number of seals
2
Attributed name
Unidentified
Source
iNaturalist observation 391819656

About this record

Supporting evidence
Original public page and photo reviewed: observed 16 August 2026 at Selkämeri, Ahlainen, Satakunta; Research Grade Baltic Ringed Seal; observer note states two individuals. https://www.inaturalist.org/observations/391819656
Identification confidence
Probable
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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