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| Harp seals can grow up to 2 meters in length and 160 kg in weight, with females being slightly smaller in size than males. Males are silver gray with black heads and black "horseshoe" or "harp-shaped" markings on their backs. Females are paler color and have markings that are less distinct. Often the color of females is broken up into spots. Usually, the coloration of the seals changes with age. In April and May, harp seals shed their coats and grow new ones. | ||||||||
| Key Facts
Scientific name : Phoca groenlandica Size : Body 1.6-2.0 m long Habitat : Coastal water Distribution : North Atlantic, White Sea, Jan Mayen Reproduction : Female produces single offspring from the end of February to the end of March; gestation fed by mother for 11.5 months February to the end of March Diet : Fish, pelagic fish, small crabs |
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