Weddell Seals [Leptonychotes]

Description

Leptonychotes includes the Weddell seal, notable for its ability to thrive in the extreme cold of the Antarctic. Weddell seals are known for their large size, docile nature, and distinctive vocalizations, which include a variety of chirps, whistles, and trills. They are capable of diving to great depths and can stay submerged for over an hour, primarily feeding on fish, squid, and krill. Weddell seals are closely associated with the Antarctic ice and rely on breathing holes and polynyas to access air and hunting grounds.

Species

Weddell Seal [Leptonychotes weddellii]

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