Grey Seal

Halichoerus grypus

Grey Seal

A large seal of cold coastal waters, the bull reaches well over two metres and hauls out to rest on isolated beaches and rocky island ledges. It hunts a wide mix of fish and invertebrates, and now and then takes a seabird.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Mammalia › Carnivora › Phocidae › Halichoerus

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 137080.

FAQ

How big does the Grey Seal get?
The Grey Seal grows to about 2.3 m.