*** About Harbor Seals: Harbor seals, known scientifically as Phoca vitulina, are common residents of the temperate and Arctic marine coastlines of the Northern Hemisphere. Adapted to life both in water and on land, they are often found lounging on rocky shores or bobbing in coastal waters. These seals are known for their round, speckled bodies and can dive and hunt underwater for up to 28 minutes at a time. Although they appear lethargic while sunbathing on rocks, harbor seals are agile swimmers, adept at catching a variety of fish and squid. Female harbor seals typically give birth to a single pup each year after a nine-month gestation, nursing their young for up to six weeks. Despite their widespread distribution, the population of harbor seals in certain areas faces threats from human activities, including fishing net entanglements and habitat loss.

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