The last few years have been tough for one of the world's most endangered seals - the Saimaa ringed seal. Only around 360 of these freshwater seals now live in Finland and the survival of the species ...

That's a problem for a species of seal which is facing extinction. The Saimaa ringed seal needs snow and ice to survive because it gives birth to its pups in lairs dug into snow drifts.

going on a seal tour to spot the endangered Saimaa ringed seal, or dabbling in canoeing, cycling, hiking, and fishing. Häkkinen recommends visiting Linnansaari National Park, Kolovesi National ...