Phoca vitulina
Environment and movement of the diurnal species
- The animal frequents the coastal zone
- The species can be found between and 500 Meters.
- Very common species.
General behaviour of the species
- Species generally living in a group
- The animal shows curiosity towards the diver
General characteristics of the species
- Maximum size : 200 cm
- Maximum age known : 38 year(s)
- Sexual maturity : 4 year(s)
- Time of apnea : 15 mns
- The animal is a hunter high in the food chain.
- Diet : Fishes
Relationship with humans
- The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest
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