Tasmania's newest celebrity, Neil the elephant seal, is causing a stir with his destructive rampages and massive TikTok following. Wildlife officials are concerned his fame could lead to a tragic end, similar to a walrus euthanized last year. Authorities urge the public to keep their distance to prevent dangerous encounters and protect Neil from a potentially fatal outcome.

The elephant seal has been crushing fences, blocking traffic and bashing into parked cars, in what experts say is play-fighting behaviour

His name is Neil the seal, and this year, he's gotten absolutely enormous - in size and in popularity.