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In 1975, Skinny was just a pup when she was found stranded on a beach in Washington, orphaned, dehydrated, and starving. After receiving immediate care she was deemed non-releasable, and found a temporary home at Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium in Tacoma, Washington.
She came to her permanent home at the Oregon Coast Aquarium just before its grand opening in 1992, and has been a fan favorite ever since.
This year, Skinny turns 50 years old, making her the oldest living Pacific harbor seal in the world!
Join us on June 3 to celebrate Skinny’s 50th birthday! We’ll be hosting harbor seal themed fun throughout the day. See below for the schedule of the day’s events:
Join us at 11:00am to sing happy birthday to Skinny as she gets a celebratory treat!
Or join us for one of our afternoon enrichment sessions, including a pinniped painting raffle.
We’re hosting a special sponsorship opportunity for Skinny’s birthday! Donate $50 or more by June 1st and your name will be featured in a video highlighting Skinny’s birthday bash. Donors will receive a direct email with a link to the video, which will be released a few days after her June 3 party. Donated funds directly support Skinny’s care—thank you, Sponsors!
Skinny, like the rest of the Aquarium’s animals, gets daily enrichment to support her health and wellness! Enrichment items and activities keep her mind sharp and body strong. Check out our enrichment wishlist and purchase a gift for Skinny or another Aquarium animal!
Symbolically adopt an Aquarium animal! Adoption options include the Pacific harbor seal (like Skinny!) and other Aquarium animals.
