Harp Seals [Pagophilus]

Description

Pagophilus is a monotypic genus that includes the harp seal, a species of earless seal found primarily in the northernmost Atlantic Ocean and parts of the Arctic Ocean. Named for the harp-shaped markings on the back of adults, these seals are highly adapted to life in cold waters. They have a thick blubber layer and can migrate over vast distances following the seasonal movement of pack ice. Harp seals are social animals, forming large colonies for breeding, whelping, and molting.

Species

Harp Seal [Pagophilus groenlandicus]

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Taxonomy