Harp seal
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The iconic baby seal.
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The harp seal (Pagophilus groenlandicus) is one of the ugliest pinnipeds that are not part of the genus Pusa. Its pup is the world-famous stereotypical baby seal that is pure white when born, just liked a stuffed toy. Adults, now grey, have notable black markings on the upperside of their body, sort of like a harp or a horseshoe.
Facts About Harp Seals
- harp seals have white fur to blend in the snow to hide themselves from predators
- harp seals can be in the water for an hour or two, making them hard targets for total seal extinction
- harp seals dance to get a mate
- harp seals live up to 30 years
- just like other seals they are noisy
- harp seals got their name from their harp shaped ring on their back
- harp seals can dive up to 300 meters in the water when hunting for food
- a newborn harp seal is referred to as a "whitecoat"
- at birth a harp seal doesn't have blubber
- shedding occurs on April - May
- hope this helps! bye!
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