Kaikoura’s Octopus Face‑Fire: A Seal‑Slamful Splash Story
When Kayaker Kyle Mulinder was breezing off the South Island town of Kaikoura, he accidentally stepped into the ultimate seafood snack showdown. A giant New Zealand fur seal was flexing his jaw muscles on an octopus, and the result? An eight‑legged slap that landed squarely on the unsuspecting paddle‑er’s face.
The Epic Sequence in a Nutshell
- Seal’s Move: Swims up, grabs the octopus, and starts chomping like it’s a giant ice‑cream bar.
- Octopus Response: Tries to throw its legs around, ends up flicking a splash.
- Mulinder’s Shock: Gets hit with a facial “high‑five” from a slug with eight legs.
Player Reactions
“There’s an octopus on my boat!” Mulinder shouted, while Taiyo Masuda, his companion, cut in with a howl of disbelief, “No way, that was mental!” The whole fiasco was caught on a GoPro that Masuda had rolled on his gear.
Kaikoura: Seal‑Lovers’ Paradise
The town hosts a massive cluster of New Zealand fur seals, so it’s no surprise that such a wild marine showdown happened right on their doorstep.
Share the Chaos
Check out the viral “Marine Life” video for more of these unexpected sea‑side antics. It’s a reminder that nature’s drama is always one flip away from being unforgettable.
