Seal pup once rescued on a British beach hits the big 5-0. Sheba may be the oldest seal in captivity
As gray seals go, Sheba is grayer than most
By BRIAN MELLEY
Published - Sep 21, 2024, 01:54 PM ET
Last Updated - Dec 16, 2024, 07:02 PM EST
LONDON (AP) — As gray seals go, Sheba is grayer than most.
The grand dame of the Cornish Seal Sanctuary was celebrated Saturday for her 50th birthday, far surpassing the lifespan of a seal in the wild and possibly being the oldest in captivity.
“Reaching 50 is a huge milestone, not just for Sheba but for everyone here who has been part of her journey," said Tamara Cooper, curator at the facility in southwest England.
Things weren't looking bright for the young pup when she was rescued from a Cornwall beach in September 1974.
