Hawaiian Monk Seal

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Hawaiian Monk Seal

By Shane Simes


Classification and Description • Monachus schauilnsladi, mammal • Top dark, bottom pale • Male 170 kg; female 250 kg • flippers


Biome • Pacific Ocean, Hawaiian Islands • Deep coral sea beds, beaches • Does not migrate


Life Cycle • Carnivores: octopus, fish • Hide and attack prey • One young per year • 25-30 years


Adaptations • Eats prey head first • Front and hind legs • Blubber to survive cold • Swims very fast


Reasons for Endangered Status • Humans, sharks • Hunted for skin • Pollution • Humans don`t care


Conservation • 1,100 left • Breeding program • Laws • Tell people


Resources • • • •

Martin, Louise. Seals www.earthtrust.org www.nmfs.noaa.gov www.seaworld.org


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