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Judi Lynn

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Mon Aug 7, 2017, 10:42 AM Aug 2017

Bearded seal: Rare Arctic visitor 'on holiday' in Cork [View all]


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A bearded seal - a species normally found in icy Arctic waters - has been spotted "on holiday" along the south coast of the Republic of Ireland.

The unusual visitor was photographed relaxing on a river bank in west County Cork at the weekend by birdwatcher and wildlife enthusiast, Paul Connaughton.

Mr Connaughton said he believes it is only the second recorded sighting of a bearded seal on the island of Ireland.

He described it as an "incredible find" and shared his photos on social media.

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