Epic Seal Rescue - Must Watch
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- Опубликовано: 8 фев 2025
- This rescue is what we have been training for.
Naude and Antoine spotted a seal in dire need of help. There was a thick role of fishing line wrapped around her neck. But she was also very far away, she was on the other side of a little valley, on the rocks, behind other rocks, amongst thousands of seals, all of them were expected to run into the water once we started chasing them. Originally we wanted to record it as entanglement sighting, which is code for impossible rescue due to the location or size of a seal. But we tried anyways, luckily.
To us, this was probably our most intense rescue so far. It involved 2 hours of observing and planning, a long stalk, an accidental seal attack from above, some slipping on the rocks with cuts and bruises for Naude, and Katja and the kids on the walkway on watch to report any movement of the entangled seal, to make sure we would not lose sight.
In the end, we got "lucky" because the seal's entanglement was hooked on a rock, and we could get to her and save her life.
This rescue is one of our favorite rescues of all times, it is a reward for all our hard work over the years. Even a few months ago, we would not even have attempted this. 🦭
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I think a small investment in bicycle helmets to wear when working on slippery rocks is in order! Also, the cameras can mount to the helmets easily. Please don't end up in the hospital with head trauma. The seals need you all!
They normally don't do it off these rocks, it's sandy beach for the most part, so helmets are not needed, but I totally agree about the cameras. He uses it for collecting information for research (not just to show us), but there's just gotta be a better way to do it.
I was running on slippery rocks like that when I was a kid and cracked my head open. I'd say it's a good idea
not to mention knee and elbow pads
@@breckoz they should cover themselves in bubble wrap 🌯
Helmets are an excellent idea.
Definitely the most dramatic rescue yet. The slippery rocks add a whole new level of danger. Glad Naude is okay.....
Yess it was as tough as it gets,....Naude and Tony ....what a rescue guys, ...hope Naude is ok,...could see his previous trophies too, now he has on legs and god knows where 😂😂...tony plz give your friend a does of "it's ok "....he deserves it .... Ultimate Respect 🙏🙏 World's Best Wishes for You Guys 🙏🙏
Easily could have been busted skulls or fractured spines... glad these guys are fortunate enough to continue the good work.
That was intense.
Seal was very lucky you were there just in time to save her.
You guys are Earth Hero’s
Much respect
I was waiting for it lol slip, slippery rocks.
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Oh my gosh, Naude, what a battering you took! Maximum respect.
Wow, what a risk you took, running on those wet rocks.
You may not speak seal but compassion and caring is a universal tone....they know and feel your kindness when netted
You are so right, Elaine, the seals do respond to a soothing voice. They don’t understand the words but they feel the compasión. Like they say…kids and animals….they know.
Q. "What do you do in your spare time?"
A: "I save seals."
Epic.
haha, Thanks!
I’d love to do this for a living.
Talk about a rewarding career.
Is this really a spare time thing! I hoped you’d get enough from the RUclips channel that it was a job. You and your team are absolute saints.
I'm always amazed what it takes to rescue these seals. Your knowledge, athleticism, devotion and dedication is remarkable. Thank you for saving the seals. There's never a dull moment watching you guys succeed.
I know, right? It's more exciting than watching a crime show! (Which I don't watch anymore!)
Wonderful human beings, they definitely risk their life to save these animals,blessings 😊and they do their job with sense of humor, incredible
You man are so strong❤
Yes, the athleticism astounds me too, plus commitment to help
Every rescue requires a different strategy which involves teamwork and creativity. I imagine Naude had some bruises after this rescue.
What a rescue! Poor Naude with the close call and the falls 😔 thank you for everything you do! That poor seal wouldn't have survived with all that horrible stuff on her. Heroes ❤
😲 Wow, that was a nail biting rescue! Naude dealing with slippery rocks, and dodging seal just to get closer. Naude got battle wounds which I hope it heals soon. A brave and risky rescue for Team OCN!! Billion thanks 💕💕!! 🦭🌎🌊💦🐟👣🥰😘
Thanks!
Just a brilliant team of seal rescuers we can't thank you people enough for your dedication and your compassionate treatment of these poor innocent animals.THANK YOU.
You CAN thank them enough!
In fact, it's an incredibly simple and easy thing to do: DONATE USING THE LINK IN THE DESCRIPTION!
So glad that Naude wasn't seriously injured in this rescue! Y'all are the greatest ever! Thank you for all that you do.
I love how Antoine explains the whole procedure to the seal. 😄
The sacrifices you guys make to take care of our furry friends is astounding well done God bless you all
Friends don't discard stuff in other people's living rooms.
They are not our friends: we are their custodians!
And we are responsible for (just about all!) the bad stuff which happens to them. :(
It’s so sweet how Antoine speaks to the seal during the rescue to try and calm them. They may be scared of humans and of course they don’t understand our languages, but I think they understand the tone of voice. Keep up the great work!
This is so sad... Firstly fishermen empty the sea and rob the seals of THEIR food and secondly the seals get trapped and die in their fishing lines and gear! This is absolutely disgusting! I'm so grateful you guys are doing this!
The title wasn't lying, this really was an epic rescue! The things you guys do to help these animals is really amazing!
I am TOTALLY addicted to these videos! ! ! ! ! This one was exceptional! I was shouting from my seat!!! The Seal Whisperers are the most dedicated team I've ever seen in my life.....and I've seen a lot. I've been to exactly 60 countries, flying over 400,000 miles. I cannot throw enough bouquets at their feet! ! !
Ditto!
Seal whisperer's lol.
These guys and Katja are the real thing, they do exactly what they say they're going to do, love this team!
@@stevenhulbert7540 This team is the best of the best! And yes, Katia, and all the others behind the scenes, making it all happen! I hope you have seen the trailer for their upcoming documentary! It's called, "Cut the Line". It's excellent!
Man, the way that fishing line got caught on the rocks, she'd have died from that probably before the line could choke her to death the way it normally does--slowly. I think this strenuous rescue was worth the effort for that fact, alone!
And was it just me, or did I hear Tony actually "arf!" at the sea-puppy?! Tony, dear, you are a national treasure, love! LOL
NATIONAL TREASURE 👍👋👋👋
Be careful out there and don’t break your legs. Lucky seal got a second chance, thank you for rescuing her.
They need to wear helmets for this kind of terrain.
Poor Naude! Nearly bitten then wipes out on the rocks. Thank you for all you do to help the seals x
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Сколько же ещё животных пострадает от безобразного, даже преступного отношения к природе? Страшно подумать, на сколько загажены моря и океаны! Спасибо ребята за помощь !!!
Naude! I'm so glad you're okay.. your new battle scars are a testament of your living legacy. You guys are amazing!!!
I agree this was the craziest rescue AND the rescued seal made the cutest sounds!!!
"Accidental seal attack from above?" Are you sure? It sounds like an ambush; they're learning!
"Omigosh guys it worked! Now what?"
"I dunno!! Panic?"
"Ok!"
"Argh!"
"Arrgh!!"
"Argh! Argh! Bah! Wah! Erf, yarf, agh, argh argh argh!"
We really need Ozzyman to do a part 2, and has to include this footage.
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What? 🤣
Naude almost lost his arm AND his ass on this one! That's a good way to break an ankle too. Meanwhile Spiderman Tony was able to hang on to the rocks. Excellent work!
Naude is tough as nails falling on those rocks and jumping right back up both times. Respect! Had to hurt like heck!
Ребята, ну вы такие молодцы, вам большое уважение и спасибо!
The way you parried that seal with your arm, you're a warrior, Naude. I felt that bump when you slipped on the rocks. Ouch! At my age, a fall like that can break a hip. Nice work snagging that entangled seal.
I think the fates must have been watching out for Naude, because that seal could've taken off half his arm. He needed that arm to break his fall on the rocks. Oy
Nice job, OCN!
Bro! That fall looked painful. I hope you're okay. You guys are a grown man's hero. Keep up the awesome work.
Damn, this sounds like an Oscar winning blockbuster! Can't wait, even though I know it turns out well!
Much better than Romeo and Juliet! That William guy could've learned a thing or two!
The work you all are doing is not only incredibly brave but also so heroic! Saving these innocent animals from horrors of the fishing lines and plastics! Every rescue is so heartfelt! Thank you all
AMEN
Ой мальчики какая же у вас нужная и опасная работа, всего вам хорошего, здоровья.
В самом деле, спасибо вам большое🙏
На сколько я знаю ,это не работа а отпуск,они его тратят на берегу, ловя и освобождая тюленчиков от сеток и рыболовных снастей,молодцы .
@@rubinaevgenia987 I’m not sure how much of a vacation it is. They have to remain in top physical shape to run after these seals. While chasing them in dense groups, they have to dodge being bitten by other seals. They have to run on rocky and slippery terrain at times. Sometimes the “thank you “ that they get is a nasty deep bite that requires medical attention with medication after wrestling a large seal and rescuing it. I think it would be easier for them to vacation in Bali a couple of times a year.
It is fun to hear Tony talk to the seals 😊 Good job guys and family!
Whoa! Naude, I am so glad for your quick reflexes. That seal coming over the ridge was a surprise and a half.
It could have ended right there, it was a scary moment.
I was on the edge of my seat (literally) as you guys were sneaking to the seal, I was totally in suspense about what will happen next! and Boom! That maneuver on the rocks was epic. You angels are agile wrestlers even on rocks!
Горжусь Вашей работой!
На скользких камнях,а котики ещё пытаются тебя укусить...
Это нелегко!! Но вы, ребята, просто молодцы!!! Слов нет...
Ваши видео очень интересные!
Pisses me off, to see how hard these guys have to work to solve a problem another man caused. Great job.
Every rescue you complete is a huge bonus. Any you miss today are tomorrow's opportunities. As far as I am concerned as long as you are out there trying you can do no wrong!
OMG Ninja Naude, you nearly get kissed by a seal, you fall over twice and then you say to Antoine 'are you ok?'. I nearly died laughing. Stay safe guys and its fantastic that Antoine is back. Hope Denzil is feeling better after your 'smellie' encounter.
Agree!!!
You know Naude's life flashed before his eyes when he looked up to see that big seal falling on him with a mouth full of teeth! What a crazy occupational hazard!
I can’t tell you how grateful I am that there are hero’s like you! Thank you 💜
Как же трудно и опасно ловить морских котиков на скользких камнях! Берегите себя, парни!
Great to see the seal almost totally relaxed in the net when she realised she was being saved. Awesome effort.
OMG, I laughed (not AT you, Naude), cried when she was free, and found myself tensed up while you were maneuvering her. What an adventure ! " Stay, stay, stay...good seal." ..... Save the net." Thanks for your perseverance and for sticking with her. Another rescue for the books. Job well done ! Happy Saturday. 💜❤
Great Gaia Almighty… that was the most intense, difficult, daunting rescue yet! Two falls on those slippery, unforgiving rocks, a guard seal attacking from above, and such a horrific entanglement. I'm really starting to loathe the stupid, selfish, clueless humans who toss that kind of friggin' sh!t in the water, endangering other species. I love that Tony is such a seal whisperer while you're operating. You really are heroes who deserve every penny of Patreon donations!
Thank you so much. This rescue was special, we honestly didn't believe we could make it happen.
Опасное занятие! Ребята здоровья вам и удачи!!!
Какой тяжёлый и опасный но благородный труд
Пусть Господь вас благословит!
Oh my goodness Naude! Are you OK? Fantastic rescue, you literally saved her life with minutes to spare 😍. Tony! Lol moments.. "Stay,, stay, stay" ,,, to the puppies.. Brilliant 🤣🤣. Chat and a back rub for the puppy.. Yay! Naude, Tony, thank you both so so much for all you do.. Look after yourselves please.
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Loved hearing you talking to the seal 💕
Probably the most dramatic rescue. I held my breath the whole time.
Poor Naude, you took a beating that day! Thanks for all you do
I love how Naude said "free love". Beautiful ❤️. I wish they were all free from that crap in the oceans. 😢
Wow, that was really something! Naude is so lucky he wasn't hurt more by those falls AND didn't get bit! And that poor seal was SO lucky that the line didn't hang her up like that when you guys weren't around! Crazy rescue. You guys are heroes for what you do.
That certainly was an epic rescue and Naude will probably feeling a lot of pain when his adrenaline calms down but I know it was worth it. Great job guys!
Wow, what a wild rescue! That was great! Poor Naude though, the things you do to rescue these beautiful creatures. Its inspirational for sure!
One of my favorite rescues also. All the different equipment and strategies you have tried while rescuing your seals over the years have all come together and made this possible. But now we will expect even more heroics! Just make sure to be safe, please! 🦭🙏🌊🌍🇳🇦💙
Very true!
WOW!!! Another GREAT save! You're skills have grown (out of necessity) tremendously! Bravo...
You took some crazy risks there, but still pulled it off! Hat's off to you!
Naude and Tony, you did a fantastic job on a very difficult rescue! Naude, I hope your elbow and behind didn't' have any lasting pain. You really had a tough go of it that time.
You took a beating on that one Naude,but you prevailed. Pray for your recovery.🙏🏼. You had a great partner.
I am stunned at how much you put yourselves in danger to help these struggling animals.
Thanks for your concern 🙏 it does make it exciting too though to be honest.
Вы отчаянные ребята таких камнях можно ноги сломать, так за вас переживала. Молодцы нет слов! Берегите себя!
Wow, this rescue really did have everything! Stampeding protector seals, pool lifeguard session, comforting words from Antoine, and a freed & happy seal❣️No bites, just some boo boos for Naude! Thanks, Naude and Tony!!
That’s some of the manliest stuff I’ve seen. All those teeth! Good job lads!
What a save! My hands flew to my face when the seal jumped on Naude and hardly left my face the rest of the time. Now I need a few minutes to calm down!! Naude, I hope your family takes good care of you tonight.
WOW!! So thankful you were not bitten or hurt severely, Naude!! You and Tony did an amazing rescue and I am one of the many that admire how much you give of yourselves to rescue these beautiful animals. Thank you once again, OCN Team👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🥰‼️‼️‼️
Great job! I only hope Naude didn’t hurt his back on that first fall. A million thanks for what you do to help these lovely creatures. 💐💞
Wow! Wow! and Wow! EPIC indeed! I hope Naude is ok. That was crazy on so many levels. Amazing work guys!
He bounced back quickly. He is always very hard on himself, and the adrenaline helps too :-)
@@OceanConservationNamibia Falling on the rocks twice, sounds brutal. But when you're trained and in peak condition, I suppose that helps. Maybe a better shoe company will contact you, but then again, maybe your test is too gruelling for any water shoe. Hope you aren't feeling any lasting pain from those terrible falls. I was very concerned when you were positioned below a crowd of flailing seals, also.
I can only imagine what Katya was thinking watching how this played out.
Bravo guys!
That was a rescue on a obstacle course made slippery for good measure. Great job, guys.
Well done guys! You went above and beyond to save this poor seal. Thank you! Hope you are okay Naude and what a bonus to see Antoine on this rescue too!
불쌍한 아이들을 위해서 구조해 주려고 바위 위를 달리고 미끄러지고 넘어져 다치고 너무 힘들지요~당신들의 노고를 암니다~너무감사합니다 ~~💕💕💕
Это было очень трудно! Спасибо вам за спасение!
You guys are awesome! I never get tired of watching your channel. I appreciate all of you. I think of how tragic it would be for the seals if it wasn't for you and your whole team. Who would help them? Thank you for your dedication! I pray for your safety.
You guys are so dedicated to saving these beautiful seals that you even get injured a time or two. Thank you for helping the seals survive. ❤🙂
Every time I think you’ve done the most amazing rescue, you do another! 🙏👏👏
AMEN
Aawww poor Naude 🤦♀️ ... He's a trooper man... u guys are all phenomenal, great rescue 💯
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You're all brilliant you know thanks for helping them all 🙂, more people like you needed in the world ❤️
You guys are really dedicated to seal rescue.....Thank you for all your hard work and enlightening the public of the severity and endangerment to seals.
I’m so thankful you succeeded ❤️ There must be many heartbreaking moments for you when they get away before you can help them. ❤️ 🦭❤️
Just more proof that these guys will do what ever it takes to save these precious creatures.
I just love the way you guys work together to save these beautiful seals!! I definitely have to support you guys as much as I can (financially) because it is money well worth it! You guys are amazing!!! ❤💗💗
Wow! What a difficult capture! I'm glad Naude didn't get hurt! That seal was after him! And it is so nice to hear Tony talking to the seals again! Missed him!
Wow that was intense to even watch 😯 I hope Naude is ok after his many falls on the rocks 😯
Thanks to all of you guys for your hard work to save these seals from their entanglements
💜💜💜💜💜 To all of you
Ну вы ребята молодцы, бегать по таким камням , аж страшно , спасибо вам большое за вашу работу. 😘🥀🥀🥀🥀🥀👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽☺🤗😀🙂🥀🥀🥀🥀🥀🥀🙏🙏🙏
Oh my goodness boys , please be careful on those rocks. You really are all AMAZING how you tend to those seals ,l love you all ,thank you xxxx
Je revois avec intérêt ce sauvetage de fou (avec la traduction 😅)
Vous êtes réellement des guerriers, avec une infinie patience vous ne reculez devant rien ! Les risques encourus sont vitaux, et pour cet unique sauvetage réunis, Naude a été blessé à plusieurs reprises, a chuté plusieurs fois mais quel acharnement et avec quelle force vous menez à bien cette mission qui vous caractérise OCN ! On ne peut que demeurer humbles devant cet accomplissement merci Naude merci Antoine. Ces mecs sont fous mais quel héroïsme 🥰🦭👻
What an amazing rescue! Naude you may have been a bit battered and bruised from falling and having a seal jump on you, but you never give up!
Thank you so much guys for helping the seals of Namibia!
Btw I'm curious about Antoine's accent? Can anyone enlighten me, it sounds almost French?
I was on such a high after that rescue that I didn’t notice anything till 2 days later! - Naude:)
Yes, he is french.
My stars this was amazing!! The extreme time and stealth required just for plotting this rescue was unbelievable. Then Naude getting knocked over by the seal then sliding down the rocks twice!! I really hope that you are ok from that 💖 That poor seal though, what a terrible entanglement that got her trapped yet saved her life! This video is _the_ blockbuster of your channel 😊 Thank you so much for what you, Naude and family and Antoine 💖💖💖
The video certainly lived up to the hype! I worry about the chances the guys take, but I know they will continue to do whatever it takes to save the seals. You guys are awesome! 💙Best job in the world!💙
Thank you all for saving these seals without you they would die from all the fishing lines, so glad Naude is okay. God Bless you all.
If you had not been there the seal would have strangled on that line.
Thank you Naude and Tony.
“Good fortune favors the brave and courageous” And that one day there will be no more need for these rescues, no more ocean pollution, no more seals suffering from entanglement and no more Naude getting in harms way.
One can only hope🤞🌍
I am now convinced that it was God who helped you by tangling the rope to the rock so she can’t escape and you can rescue her! Great job guys!!
Then it was your god that also got her caught. No way out of it, your god sux
@@ValeriePallaoro No my friend, it was man responsible for the trash and seal’s playfulness that caught her into the trouble. God helped OCN team miraculously in the rescue. Didn’t you see it how the rope was caught into the rock until the team reached? Everything can’t be coincidence😊
Guys, you live dangerously when the seals come charging your way. So glad you all move fast. God must have a steady team of Angels as well watching over you Gentlemen. So Glad. Thank you for rescuing this poor seal with severe entanglement. You guys are Awesome! Stay safe. 👍😀
GOD BLESS THIS INCREDIBLE TEAM OF RESCUERS! I'M A PARALYSIS VICTIM IN BED MANY YEARS AND LOVE TO WATCH THESE VIDEOS ALL DAY, ALL NIGHT TO A POINT OF WANTING TO SHOVE TONS OF BOTTLES OF PEROXIDE THRU THE SCREEN FOR THE WORST CUTS & INFECTIONS. BUT, THAT'S THE MYSTERY OF GOD.. PROTECTING THE HELPLESS WITH "NATURE'S CURE".. THE SALTY OCEAN🙏
I never cease to admire Naude!!!!! A man falls, peels off his skin, gets up and continues to calmly direct the process! Thanks to your courage and dedication, another living creature has been saved, which would otherwise have died in agony! And patience, it takes so much time to look out and prepare to catch a seal! Naude, you are the best! 👍
Не перестаю восхищаться Науде!!!!! Человек падает, обдирает кожу, встает и продолжает спокойным тоном руководить процессом! Благодаря вашему мужеству и преданности спасено еще одно живое существо, которое иначе умерло бы в мучениях! И терпению, это надо же столько времени высматривать и готовиться к поимке тюленя! Науде, вы лучший! 👍
I almost cant breathe of how extreme this job. Risky but saving lives! Thank you for being this kind!
Slipping on the rocks like that hurts so much! Incredible dedication to push through the pain for this amazing rescue! Thank you all for what you do :)
Oh my god, what a rescue!
You guys are wonderful!
Wishing Naud's butt a speedy recovery!
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I HAVE BECOME OBSESSED WITH WATCHING YOUR VIDEOS.... God bless you all for what you are doing for these defenseless animals. You are beautiful people with beautiful souls. You bring hope into a world of much chaos ..... Thank you for being such wonderful examples as to what compassion looks like..... From, Salt Lake City, Utah 6 22 2022
Wow. That was intense. I swear these wonderful rescues are like watching mini action movies and these two are the heroes in this real life adventure. Absolutely amazing!