Harbour seals are thought to number between 400,000 and 500,000 individuals worldwide. They inhabit the waters of both the
North Atlantic and north Pacific Oceans.
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| Harbour seals are very common throughout
North America. They vary in colour from black, brown, grey or tan, with
darker patches. Very young seals are light grey in colour and darken as
they mature. The colour pattern is unique to the individual. They have a
relatively large head with a short body and flippers. Harbour seals are thought to number between 400,000 and 500,000 individuals worldwide. They inhabit the waters of both the North Atlantic and north Pacific Oceans. |