# The Celebrity Seal Causing Chaos | Dover News

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Podcast: [Dover News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/dover-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7603158)
Published: 2026-07-03T04:33:16+00:00
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Meet Neil, a five-year-old elephant seal weighing in at 2,200 pounds, who’s turned Tasmania’s coast into his chaotic playground — complete with viral fame, car-tossing antics, and traffic cone cuddles. Scientists say he’s just a young male practicing dominance moves with inanimate objects, but officials are alarmed: his social media stardom is drawing crowds who ignore his space, risking his safety — like the walrus Freya who was euthanized for similar reasons. As Neil grows — potentially to 16 feet and triple his weight — locals are caught between awe and worry, as this celebrity seal may be signaling a broader return of elephant seals to historic habitats. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/b3de45f0ade736e1

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