Thursday, July 30, 2009

#138: Ursula the Sliding Fur Seal

Ursula the Northern fur seal likes to slide on the ramp down to the holding room pool! She will slide during, after and in between training sessions.

Looks like fun to me! Check out he video:

-Lindsay

Labels: Lindsay, Northern Fur Seal, ramp, Ursula, Video

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Why do we train seals? There are lots of reasons. Training keeps these intelligent animals stimulated. They really seem to enjoy learning new behaviors. Training also helps develop a close, working relationship based on trust. It's this trusting relationship that allows Aquarium biologists to work in close proximity to the seals so they can get checkups. This blog provides a window into the life and work of the Aquarium's marine mammal trainers.