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In an unusual act of altruism, a male elephant seal at Point Reyes National Seashore prevented a young pup from drowning by gently nudging it back to the beach when it was struggling in the rising tide. This behavior is unexpected from male elephant seals, known for their focus on mating and fighting. Wildlife biologists were surprised by the male seal's actions, as it is completely out of the ordinary for these animals.
Authorities are continuing their search for a missing swimmer off Wildcat Beach in California following a reported shark attack. The 52-year-old male was swimming with two friends when the incident occurred, although an attack has not been confirmed. The Coast Guard called off its search, but local agencies are still actively searching for the swimmer. The other swimmers reported a large pool of blood in the water, and the missing swimmer has yet to be found. This incident could potentially be the first fatal shark attack in the Marin County area.
The U.S. Coast Guard is assisting in the search for a missing swimmer off the coast of California following a reported shark attack near San Francisco. The incident was reported by a witness at Wildcat Beach in the Point Reyes National Seashore. While the shark attack has not been confirmed, Marin County firefighters stated that one swimmer was attacked and there was a large pool of blood in the water. Despite an extensive search, the missing swimmer, believed to be around 50 years old, has not been found. This incident could potentially be the first fatal shark attack in the Marin County area.
A swimmer allegedly attacked by a shark near Point Reyes National Seashore has prompted a large search and rescue mission involving the Coast Guard, National Park Service, Marin County, and Stinson Beach Fire. The person remains missing, and rescue efforts will continue at dawn.