Scientists to strap cameras to Hawaiian seals

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Hawaiian monk seals need an image makeover.

Some fishermen blame the endangered species for stealing their catch. There are unfounded rumors that they devour and deplete fish stocks. And at least four of them have been killed by humans in Hawaii since late last year.

To help correct the misconceptions, government scientists plan to glue submersible cameras onto the seals' backs, using the footage to prove to fishermen the animals are not harming their way of life. It may even end up on reality TV.

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Tenderloin tom
48 weeks ago

I saw one in Kauai a few years ago,just sleeping on the beach! How could anyone hurt one

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