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Young Harbor Seal Released By Mystic Aquarium

Mystic Aquarium officials said a young harbor seal was recently released into the ocean at a Rhode Island beach.

MYSTIC, CT — Mystic Aquarium officials said a young harbor seal was released into the ocean Thursday morning at a Rhode Island beach, News 8 reported. The seal, named Sweet William, rushed toward the water and splashed with joy as he returned to the ocean.

Sweet William had been brought to the Mystic Aquarium’s Animal Rescue Clinic on November 5 after being rescued in York, Maine, according to News 8. He spent two months at the clinic being treated for pneumonia and severe facial wounds, officials said.

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

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