Incredible close-up footage shows playful seal join swimmers in Southwick – video

A curious seal decided to join two swimmers in Southwick for a splash about near the shore.
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The remarkable close-up footage taken by Elizabeth Sansom on March 7 shows the playful seal swim right up to the pair and encircle them, diving down under the surface before poking its head back up to take a look at its new friends.

Inquisitive Harbour Seals, also called common seals, are known to approach swimmers and paddle boarders in the area, and have even been known to catch a ride on the back of a kayak.

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