Authorities in Ocean City are reminding residents and visitors to keep an eye out for seals that may be spotted on the beaches or in the waters around the coastal town.
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources says marine mammals tend to strand seasonally in the area based on the species. Seals tend to be in Maryland during the winter months, they say.
Seals may often just be resting when spotted on the beach or on the docks. However, the MD DNR says they may be stranded due to age, disease, trauma or other reasons. They warn to keep your distance from seals as they can be aggressive, especially toward pets. They also say seal bites can be both painful and unsafe, as they can sometimes transmit diseases.
I see some sights in OC in the summertime that look just like that beached whale.