Leopard seals or sea leopards are large Phacid inhabiting most areas of Antarctica. Leopard seals have large muscular frames and big reptilian-like heads, mouths, and also spot counter-shaded coats. Their dark gray blended coat with spotted patterns gives the Leopard seal the distinctive ”leopard” complexion. Sea leopards are true seals having shot clear whiskers, enormous heads, and large front flippers. They are considered top predators only predated by killer whales. They reside in solitary most of their time, though they are extremely social underwater, producing loud calls for several periods each day.
Leopard Seals have a total length between 7.83’-11.5’ (2.39-3.5 m), body height of 13.4”-21.25” (39-54 cm), and width of 15”-22” (38-56 cm). The typical weight of the Leopard Seal is in the range of 573-1,100 lb (260-500 kg). Leopard Seals have lifespans between 15-30 years.
Leopard seals or sea leopards are large Phacid inhabiting most areas of Antarctica. Leopard seals have large muscular frames and big reptilian-like heads, mouths, and also spot counter-shaded coats. Their dark gray blended coat with spotted patterns gives the Leopard seal the distinctive ”leopard” complexion. Sea leopards are true seals having shot clear whiskers, enormous heads, and large front flippers. They are considered top predators only predated by killer whales. They reside in solitary most of their time, though they are extremely social underwater, producing loud calls for several periods each day.
Leopard Seals have a total length between 7.83’-11.5’ (2.39-3.5 m), body height of 13.4”-21.25” (39-54 cm), and width of 15”-22” (38-56 cm). The typical weight of the Leopard Seal is in the range of 573-1,100 lb (260-500 kg). Leopard Seals have lifespans between 15-30 years.
