Friday, May 1, 2009

Kermit Quest




Quest to capture injured Hawaiian Monk Seal "Kermit" continues. Kermit is one of a the few
Hawaiian Monk Seals that visit White Plains Beach. Kermit has a large fish hook caught
in the bottom left side of his mouth. This was first reported approximately 11 days ago when
Kermit was sighted off Rabbit Island on the Windward side. He travelled to Waimanalo Beach,
Sandy Beach and now White Plains Beach. He is moving very slowly and usually staying close to shoreline.
Monk Seal Rescue report that Kermit is probably not eating due to his injury and is becoming weaker
each day. His left side of his face is swollen and may have infection setting in. Please report
monk seal sighting to NOAA Local Hot Line 220-7802

Mahalo

-Terry