Caspian Seal [Pusa caspica]
Description
The Caspian Seal is found only in the Caspian Sea, making it one of the few seal species living in inland waters. They are medium-sized seals with a light grey coat that is covered in spots. Caspian Seals are known for their seasonal migrations, moving to the northern parts of the sea to breed and molt in winter and spring, and to the southern parts in summer and autumn for feeding. They primarily feed on a variety of fish and crustaceans.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
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|---|---|
| Class |
Mammals
Mammalia
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| Order |
Carnivorans
Carnivora
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| Family |
Earless Seals
Phocidae
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| Genus |
Ringed Seals
Pusa
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