A Mediterranean monk seal was spotted swimming in Kato Paphos harbour on Thursday, drawing the attention of passersby.
The animal remained near the shore for some time, carrying out a series of dives and playful movements before onlookers .
The Mediterranean monk seal, known scientifically as Monachus monachus , is considered one of the rarest marine mammal species in the world and is classified as endangered.
Cyprus lies within the
