@weddellsealscience on Instagram: "By this point, most pups are learning how to swim. During this time, it is thought that moms stop nursing to encourage their pups to get in the water and swim with them. Colonies can be quite loud with reluctant, bawling pups calling for their moms to come feed them such as this one. Video Credit: Parker Levinson @parkerlovesparks Content on this page is for educational purposes. All footage is taken under special federal permits as Weddell seals are protected