"AJ"
*Named by PC Richard & Son in memory of Alfred J. Richard*

NY3864-2008
Male gray seal (H. grypus)
Yearling
Rescued: April 4, 2008 from Montauk, NY
Released: May 17, 2008 from Hampton Bays, NY

AJ's latest location:

AJ was rescued on April 4, 2008 from Montauk. He was an older pup at that time and had a deep wound on his right hind flipper. AJ's recovery was quick as he responded well to antibiotics and was a very eager eater. He was released on May 17, 2008 having gained almost 20 lbs in rehabilitation.

The Riverhead Foundation hosted a special guest at AJ's release - Vinnie Ditta, the manager of PC Richard & Son in Riverhead. PC Richard & Son is a pround supporter of the Riverhead Foundation and as such they were presented with a special adoption of AJ.

Below are photos from AJ's release:

AJ in his transport crate on the beach.

AJ and Riverhead Foundation supporters awaiting AJ's release

Vinnie Ditta, PC Richard & Son manager, being presented with a special
adoption of AJ by Robert A. DiGiovanni Jr., Foundation Director and
Senior Biologist

Vinnie Ditta opening AJ's cage

AJ heading towards the water

AJ on the beach (note the satellite tag attached to AJ's fur)