Neil the Seal is 1 tonne right now. What happens when he's 4 tonne?

Meet Neil: a one-tonne elephant seal who's become an unlikely social media sensation in southern Tasmania. According to ABC News, his viral fame has attracted crowds of onlookers, but officials are now raising concerns about his wellbeing. As Neil could grow to four times his current weight, wildlife managers are calling for better protections to keep visitors at a safe distance.

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