Seal spotters carry out surveys in Channel Islands waters

Seal counts have been taking place across Jersey, Guernsey and Alderney. Credit: ITV Channel TV

Seal counts are taking place across the Channel Islands to monitor how the species are faring.

The surveys, which would usually take place once a month, are taking place less regularly because of the coronavirus pandemic.

Now there is only one count taking place per season.

However, the teams behind the counts say they are vital in helping to monitor the wellbeing of the species in Island waters.