Predator avoidance strategies of the Cape fur seal

The water directly adjacent to Seal Island, Mossel Bay is abound with patrolling white sharks. As a response to this, Cape fur seals have adopted specific anti-predation strategies to successfully maneuver through the attack zone. From our observation spot from the 12th floor of the Dais Hotel, SAMPLA scientists can document the grouping behavior, and spatial and temporal exit and entry strategies of the fur seals to enhance their survival probability whilst running the gauntlet.