Public urged to report unusual interactions between seals and other marine animals 

A strange encounter between a seal and dolphin in Howth, on January 9. Picture: Dave O’Connor

The public is being urged to report any unusual interactions between potentially amorous seals sizing up other mammals, such as dolphins, porpoises, and even penguins for some loving — or possibly fighting.

It follows reports of potential attempts by seals to mate with members of different marine mammal groups, or simply that the seals were looking for a fight.