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Southern Elephant Seal
Mirounga leonina
The Southern Elephant Seal is the largest species of seal and the largest marine mammal that is not a cetacean. Males can be up to five times heavier than females and are distinguished by their large, inflatable proboscis, which they use to produce loud roaring sounds during the…
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- Southern Elephant Seals spend about 90% of their lives underwater, often diving continuously for weeks at a time.
- Male Southern Elephant Seals can weigh up to 4 metric tons, making them the largest pinnipeds in the world. They can hold their breath for up to two hours and regularly dive deeper than almost any other seal species.
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