Bella was released after 100 days in our care.
You can see the list of all animals released at this release in the release record.
Bella
Patient Record
Species: Harbour Seal
Patient ID: PV2563
Admitted on: 2025/08/02
Collection Site: Fisherman's Wharf, Victoria
Reason for Admission: Emaciated, Lethargic, Maternal Separation
Weight at Admission: 7.4 kg
Patient Status: released
Time in Care: 100 days (3 months, 1 week, 1 day)
Transfer History
Received from: (Direct to MMR)
Mode of Transport: Harbour Air
Release
Story
Bella was admitted to the rescue centre after being found emaciated and lethargic with no mother in site.
Patient Updates
Bella is doing great and growing fast!
Bella is now in a pool learning how to compete for fish with other seal pups!
Good luck sweet baby Bella! 😘💖 You get big and strong and go back to the ocean, ok!
So glad that Bella is in care and being looked after! It was hard to see her so tired and alone, I am beyond happy that she is with you and getting proper care. Thanks so much for all the help, I had no idea what to do when we saw her and your volunteers were fantastic and made me feel so much better.
Dear Bella,
We heard about your unexpected seaside adventure and just wanted to send you all the love and fuzzy hugs as you rest and recover. You’re in the best hands now, and we know you’ll be back to your playful, splashing self in no time.
Hang in there, sweet girl — the kelp beds and sunshine are waiting for you.
Get well soon, little warrior! 🦦💙
Hi sweet Bella! I have been thinking about her all the time.
So relieved and grateful that she is getting all the help and love she needs to get back to the wild. Good luck Bella and thank you VAMMR!!!
Awe Bella, you’re looking so much better! Good job making it out of quarantine! 😘🥰