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Leptonychotes weddellii (Lesson, 1826)

provided by Kathryn Wheatley - EG-BAMM

Description

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Distinguishing Characters

Small head relative to body size, unique body markings

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Species details

Females average ~2.5 metres in length, females weigh anywhere from 250-550kg

Photos

  • Leptonychotes weddellii - Weddell seal mum and pup - Kathryn Wheatley
  • Leptonychotes weddellii - Weddell seal pup - Kathryn Wheatley
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Species distribution

Antarctic circumpolar - the most southerly distribution of any seal

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