Characteristics of Harbor Seal
Habitat
Coastal waters and beaches
Diet
Carnivorous - fish, squid, octopus
Lifespan
20-30 years
Weight
50-170 kg
Length
1.5-2 m
Region
Northern hemisphere coastal areas
Interesting Facts about Harbor Seal
1
Harbor seals can dive for up to 30 minutes at a time
2
They can sleep underwater and surface to breathe without waking
3
Their whiskers can detect tiny movements in the water
4
They can swim at speeds of up to 12 miles per hour
5
Baby seals can swim within hours of birth
6
They have excellent underwater vision but are nearsighted on land
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