Seal 'Fitbits' aim to understand how pups survive on Sable Island

Muzammil Hussain February 25, 2025

A black and grey seal pup has a monitor strapped to its body.

Researchers hope a pilot project that monitors the heart rate of baby seals will help them understand how the pups prepare for life in harsh conditions.

Researchers hope a pilot project that monitors the heart rate of baby seals will help them understand how the pups prepare for life in harsh conditions. A black and grey seal pup has a monitor strapped to its body.

Researchers hope a pilot project that monitors the heart rate of baby seals will help them understand how the pups prepare for life in harsh conditions.

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