Why do we find baby seals so incredibly adorable?

Sleepy Harbour Seals and Adorable Pups! | The Science Of Cute | BBC Earth · 10:18 · Video: BBC Earth · Watch at the source

In short: This BBC Earth documentary explores the science of cuteness, featuring sleepy harbour seals and their curious pups. Discover why certain biological traits trigger such a strong emotional response in humans.

In this episode of The Science of Cute, Edwin Towler observes the behavior of harbour seals and their pups. The program examines the natural wonders of the animal kingdom, including sightings of red deer and a mother fox with four cubs.

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