Türkiye · 2000—2026
Mediterranean monk seal
Seals around Türkiye.
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Date:Reported: Unidentified SAD-AFAG field report
Observation: A dead young Mediterranean monk seal was found washed ashore near Meydan village. SAD-AFAG stated that cause of death was unknown pending necropsy.