| | Ray, Fatima, Lizzie, Sheba and Atlanta are still continuing to look after all the rescued seal pups and teaching them how to compete for their fish during feeding times in the convalescent pool.
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| | We will give you a full update of all the rescued pups shortly, however, fourteen rescued seal pups have reached their release weight of 40kgs, this meant the Animal Care Team checked the tides and weather and three releases took place in January 2015.
| Quick Silver was released back into the wild along with Ariel, Superman, Anastacia, Bruce Wayne and Wonder Woman on 22nd January 2015 at Gwithian.
Click here to watch a video of the seal release by Pirate FM Radio.
Click here to read the press release about this seal release on 22nd January 2015.
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| Mickie was released back into the wild along with Mr Incredible, Robbie and Storm on 23rd January 2015 at Gunwalloe.
Click here to watch a video of the seal release by West Country ITV News.
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| Magneto was released back into the wild along with Betty Boop, Moomin, Olive and Wolverine on 26th January 2015 at Gwithian.
Click here to see a selection of amazing photos taken by Photographer Simon Bone of the seal release.
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| | There are a few more seal pups ready to be returned to the wild in February 2015.
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| | For all you Ray fans out there, don´t forget to catch up with what he is up to on Ray's very own facebook page?.
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| | An interesting fact about Penguins...click here to learn more.
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| Forget about that advert with the penguins...you can buy your own cuddly one from the Cornish Seal Sanctuary - starting from £5.
Call the Seal Sanctuary for more details on 01326 221361.
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Why not visit the Cornish Seal Sanctuary and grab your wellies and embrace the outdoors, whatever the weather this February half-term (14th to 22nd February 2015).
To celebrate the launch of the brand new nature trail, the Seal Sanctuary have lined up a host of activities designed to help visitors make the most of the beautiful outdoor setting. From Piskie Puddle Trail to Welly Wanging, there will be something for everyone!
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Welly wanging competition How far can you throw your welly?
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| After five years Lauren, the Entertainments Team Leader, left the Cornish Seal Sanctuary this month. She will be missed very much by both the staff and the visitors!
Here is a message from Lauren to all the wonderful visitors she has met over the years.
"Sadly after five years, to spend more time with family, I´ve torn myself away. Wanted to take the opportunity to say a huge thanks to all our visitors in that time especially those who visit frequently. Thank you for all your support of myself and the sanctuary, will miss you all."
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The Cornish Seal Sanctuary is committed to wildlife conservation and regularly holds awareness events and fundraising activities for a variety of charities and organisations.
The Seal Sanctuary staff often give up their own time to help with beach cleans, animal surveys and more to help to make the environment in which we all live a better place.
Members of the Cornwall Seal Group carry out surveys around the coastline, click here or on the photo below to see how many seals you can count?
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| | Here is a selection of photos taken during a visit to a seal colony along the North Atlantic coast.
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| | Just click here or on the picture of your choice to see a selection of photos of pups on the beach.
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| Click here to learn a more about the Seals in the wild.
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Why not adopt a creature and help to maintain first class animal care at the Cornish Seal Sanctuary.
A special way to honour a birthday, special occasion or to commemorate the life of a loved one, while supporting an important cause.
Please click here or call 01326 221361 for more details.
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| | The Cornish Seal Sanctuary´s latest leaflet for 2015 is available, Click here to download a pdf version.
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