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Neil the Seal Blog
Stories and science from roadblock royalty: Neil's history, elephant seal facts, wildlife-safe viewing guides, and behind-the-scenes looks at the merch.
Behind the Design: The Neil Sticker and Our Seasonal Tee Series
A local Tasmanian artist, a die-cut vinyl sticker, and a tee series that changes every season Neil returns — the story behind the current drop.
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How to See Neil the Seal Safely (and Respectfully) in Tasmania
Stay six Neils away. The official do's and don'ts for meeting Tasmania's one-tonne celebrity without harming him — or ending up on the news.
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Southern Elephant Seal Facts: Size, Diet, Diving Records and More
The world's largest seal can outweigh a ute, dive deeper than 2 km, and hold its breath for two hours. Meet Mirounga leonina, Neil's remarkable species.
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Why Do Elephant Seals Steal Traffic Cones? The Science Behind Neil's Obsession
Bollards, fences, cones, parked cars — nothing is safe. Scientists explain the surprisingly normal reason Neil treats street furniture like a sparring partner.
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Who Is Neil the Seal? The Full Story of Tasmania's Cone-Stealing Celebrity
From a rescued pup on a sandbar to a one-tonne internet icon who blocks roads and collects traffic cones — the complete story of Neil the Seal.
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