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2 Seals Released Back Into Ocean By Mystic Aquarium

The two seals were released back into the ocean​ after months of rehabilitation at the aquarium.

MYSTIC, CT — Two gray seals, a male and a female, were released back into the ocean Wednesday after months of rehabilitation at Mystic Aquarium, News 8 reported.

According to News 8, the two seals were rescued earlier in the spring. The male was treated for an upper respiratory infection, while the other had a wound on her abdomen.

The release took place at Blue Shutters Beach in Charlestown, R.I., according to New 8.

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