Sila Encyclopedia


source: U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Bearded Seal

The bearded seal (Erignathus barbatus) is a medium-sized seal that is found in and near to the Arctic Ocean. These seals range in colour from grey to yellow. Distinguishing features include square foreflippers and thick bristles on their muzzles.

Related Items: Arctic Char . Arctic Tern . Avatak (harpoon float) . Bearded Seal . Beluga . Blubber Lamp (Qulliq) . Dogsled . Dog Team . Igloo . Jigging Stick . Kavikak . Niksik . Polar Bear . Rifle . Ringed Seal . Ulu . Unaaq (harpoon) . Walrus .

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