Pinnipeds - Harbor seals (Phoca vitulina)
Harbor seals are found along the coasts, near river mouths, on island beaches, reefs and even inland. The coloring of harbor seal can range from silver to red with dark and light spots. When harbor seals haul out hey gather in small groups and usually have their hind flippers raised into the air. When in the water they are usually solitary. Adults can weigh up to 500 pounds and the males are larger than the females.
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