Hawaiian Monk Seals will often crawl up on shore to rest. I’ve been lucky enough to see quite a few over the years. This one is RM36/37, a female born in Kauai in 2020. I first saw her at Upolu just over a year ago, and last saw her there in December of last year. I don’t get down there as often as I used to, so it’s possible she’s been around without me seeing her.
I like to see her because she’s the daughter of BOO, a monk seal I saw several times back in 2016. I asked the response coordinator at the Marine Mammal Center if RM36/37 has a name, and she responded that she doesn’t and that she’s pretty mysterious all together!
Graham's Island 
How lovely… looks like as a cat lying on there… I loved so much. And how nice of you. Thank you dear Graham, Love, nia
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They are like cats in that they’re very good at relaxing!
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And what’s wrong with RM36/37? Quite unique.
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Well, it’s Ok for a name, but they usually give the new seals a Hawaiian name, so that’s what I was looking for.
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Oh that world be very special
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I’m glad they monitor the Monk Seals. Do you report the numbers when you see them?
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Yes, I try to get photos of the tags and send them in, as well as general photos of the seal and notes about scars and the like. They’re very good about letting me know which seal it is and any other info they have.
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That’s great. Good on you 👍😀
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