Rare sighting of Arctic walrus off Cornwall
The creature is believed to be the one seen off the Welsh coast back in March, nicknamed 'Wally'
Last updated 21st May 2021
A walrus, usually native to the Arctic, has been spotted in Cornwall.
Padstow Sealife Safaris described the sighting, during a trip on Wednesday, as rare.
The creature is believed to be the one seen off the Welsh coast back in March, nicknamed 'Wally'.
Photographer and Padstow Sealife Safaris safari guide, Nathaniel Barry, initially thought the creature was a seal, before spotting the tusks!
He managed to capture these incredible images and since sharing them on Instagram, has received dozens of likes and comments.
"Something I thought I'd never thought I'd get the pleasure to see, a Walrus... in Cornwall!
"This beauty was spotted today on one of the trips I went out on with @padstowsealifesafaris __
"We saw her and believed it was a big seal until later when she came closer and we got a shot of those tusks!
"It's been crazy the past few hours, emotions high and an absolute pleasure seeing.
"It's more then likely just passing and I won't be giving out any full locations as at Padstow Sealife Safaris we never want to cause disturbance to wildlife".
Nathaniel Barry
If it is the walrus recently seen in Wales, then the creature has moved further away from its native Artctic home.
It is hoped 'Wally' will make its way back soon but in the meantime, we are being urged not to disturb the amazing wildlife found off the Cornish coast.
You can read more about to watch these animals safely here.
Photographer and Padstow Sealife Safaris safari guide, Nathaniel Barry, who captured these incredible images is currently holding a raffle to raise money for Cornwall Wildlife Trust.
The prize is an A4 wildlife print and three wildlife cards from his collection of photos.