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Vancouver Aquarium: Harbor Seals
Are harbour seal populations endangered? What role does the harbour seal play in the ecosystem? How does the harbour seal reproduce? Find the answers to these questions and more in this enlightening site.
Sea World Parks & Entertainment
Sea World: Harbor Seals
Outlines the characteristics of the harbor seal, including classification, habitat, behaviors, and conservation. Helps students identify with seals with a list of "Books for Young Readers." Information at a level of upper intermediate or...
Math Science Nucleus
Math/science Nucleus: Harbor Seal Animation
This animation discusses the harbor seal in a storybook format. It follows the life of Phoca the seal as she is born and travels through the ocean.
Regents of the University of Michigan
Animal Diversity Web: Harbor Seal
Geographic range, habitat, physical description, reproduction, behavior, food habits, economic importance (negative/positive), and conservation status are all part of this complete site.
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Marine Mammal Center: Harbor Seal
A complete site that presents a wide range of information on the Harbor seal. Links can be found that provide information on other seals.
Georgia Aquarium
Georgia Aquarium: Harbor Seal
Use this animal guide to learn the scientific name and discover the habitat, diet, reproduction, conservation status, and physical and special characteristics of the Harbor Seal.
Denver Zoo
Denver Zoo: Harbor Seal
The Denver Zoo features a comprehensive overview of the harbor seal focusing on its habitat, range, adaptations, diet, physical characteristics, and more.
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Fishin'for Facts: Harbor Seal
A concise site that delves into the scientific name, physical characteristics, diet, distribution, and predators.
Chicago Zoological Society
Chicago Zoological Society: Zoo Explorer: Harbor Seal
Familiarize yourself with the harbor seal by reading this brief article from the Brookfield Zoo. This animal guide presents quick facts and information on the appearance, communication, mating habits, and other unique characteristics of...
Scientific American
Scientific American: Seal Epidemic Begins Anew
This archived article from Scientific American (July 12, 2002) highlights a devastating disease that is drastically affecting the harbor seal migratory population in the North Sea.
Saint Louis Zoo
Saint Louis Zoo: Harbor Seal
Discover fun facts and learn about the habitat, range, appearance, and conservation status of the harbor seal.