Seals connect the dots to feed in offshore wind farms

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As wind farms march out into coastal waters to meet energy demands, seals are learning to use them like local grocery stores, scientists say. A few wily individuals have been spotted prowling the grids of turbines, checking for fish congregating around individual pillars and stopping to feast......

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Seals connect the dots to feed in offshore wind farms

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