Wild Wonders

The Menacing Antarctic Leopard Seal


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Provides an overview of the leopard seal (Hydrurga leptonyx), highlighting its physical and behavioral traits. It describes the seal’s large size, distinctive “reptilian” head, and solitary lifestyle in the frigid waters of Antarctica.
The passage emphasizes the leopard seal’s formidable predatory abilities, including diverse hunting techniques, its capacity to filter krill with specialized molars, and its unique habit of preying on warm-blooded animals such as penguins and other seals. It also covers aspects of the seal’s reproductive cycle, vocalizations, and the potential risks to humans, while noting the impacts of climate change on its environment.

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