Crabeater seal - Wikipedia
WEBSpecies: L. carcinophaga. Binomial name. Lobodon carcinophaga. Hombron & Jacquinot, 1842. Distribution of crabeater seal. Synonyms. Lobodon carcinophagus. The crabeater seal ( Lobodon carcinophaga ), also known as the krill-eater seal, is a true seal with a circumpolar distribution around the coast of Antarctica.
Crabeater Seal - Facts, Diet, Habitat & Pictures on Animalia.bio
WEBCrabeater seals (Lobodon carcinophaga) are considered to be the most abundant seals in the world. It is believed by some scientists that there are more of them than all the other seal species combined. Crabeater seals are "true" or "earless" seals and perfectly adapted to living in Antarctica, almost exclusively amidst the pack ice.
Crabeater Seal | Smithsonian Ocean
WEBThe crabeater seal ( Lobodon carcinophaga) is found on the ice of Antarctica, but surprisingly they don't eat crabs! The seals primarily eat krill, tiny crustaceans that play a large part in the Antarctic ecosystem. Tags: Seals & Sea Lions Brian Skerry.
Crabeater seal | Antarctic, Weddell Sea, Krill | Britannica
WEBCrabeater seal, (species Lobodon carcinophagus), southern seal of the family Phocidae found among drifting ice packs around the Antarctic continent. A slender animal measuring about 2–2.5 m (6.6–8.2 feet) long and up to about 225 kg (500 pounds) in weight, the crabeater seal feeds on krill.
Crabeater Seal | Facts, pictures & more about Crabeater Seal
WEBName: Crabeater Seal ( Lobodon carcinophaga) Length: 2,6 metres. Weight: 200 to 300kg. Location: Antarctic coastline. Conservation status: Least Concern. Diet: Krill, cephalopods, fish. Appearance: Light grey or white. How do Crabeater Seals feed?
Crabeater Seals - Antarctic and Southern Ocean Coalition
WEBCRABEATR SEAL. Crabeater seals are true (earless) seals, which can be identified by their long, dog-like snout and slender body, short flippers and the absence of an external ear. Their short fur ranges from dark brown to almost-white, and can be slightly mottled, becoming lighter in the summer.
Crabeater Seal (Lobodon carcinophagus) - Pinnipeds
WEBCrabeater seals have been known to dive to depths of up to 430m and for periods in excess of 10 minutes. They can live to about 40 years of age but the average lifespan is 20 years. Seal Conservation Society - Pinnipeds and Seal conservation, research, information and rehabilitation.
Crabeater Seals - Lobodon carcinophagus - Antarctica fact file
WEBCrabeater seals are probably the most numerous wild large mammal on earth, they are thinly distributed across a vast area. Crabeater Seal Basics. Average Weight: 200 - 300 kg / 440 - 660 lb. Average Length: 2.6m - 8.5 ft.
Crabeater seal – Australian Antarctic Program
WEBScientific name: Lobodon carcinophagus. Physical description. Crabeater seals have slender bodies and long snouts. The colour of their fur ranges from dark brown to blonde, becoming lighter in summer. Males and females are similar in size, reaching lengths of 2.5 m and weights of 400 kg. New-born pups are about 1.2 m and weigh from 20 to 30 kg.
Exploring the Life of the Crabeater Seal - Wild Explained
WEBSep 14, 2023 · The Crabeater seal, scientific name Lobodon carcinophaga, is a fascinating species that calls the icy waters of the Antarctic home. In this article, we will delve into the various aspects of their lives, including their physical characteristics, unique behavioral traits, habitat, diet, reproduction, threats, and conservation efforts.
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