*** About Harbor Seals: Harbor seals, scientifically known as Phoca vitulina, are common inhabitants along the temperate and Arctic marine coastlines of the Northern Hemisphere. These seals are highly adaptable, living in diverse marine environments and often spotted resting on rocky shores or ice floes. They are known for their round, spotted bodies and vary from gray to brown shades, enabling them to camouflage effectively against the coastal landscape. Harbor seals primarily feed on fish, crustaceans, and cephalopods. During breeding season, they gather in large groups, and females give birth to a single pup after a nine-month gestation period, which they nurse for about four to six weeks. These mammals are crucial indicators of environmental health and play significant roles in their ecosystems, maintaining the balance within marine food webs.

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