Monk seals: Leave them alone

Monk seals: Leave them alone

HONOLULU (KHON2) -- It's not unusual to see a monk seal sunbathing or resting on public beaches, especially over the last few days. Hawaiian monk seal spotted exploring Nuuanu Stream But in some cases, people can be observed getting a little too close to the animal, potentially frightening it, and endangering both themselves and the mammal likely trying to get some rest. "Seals do come out onto the beach to rest, they do a lot of swimming.…