pagophilus groenlandicus (Meaning)
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pagophilus groenlandicus (n)
common Arctic seal; the young are all white
Synonyms & Antonyms of pagophilus groenlandicus
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pagophilus groenlandicus Sentence Examples
- Pagophilus groenlandicus, commonly known as the harp seal, is a marine mammal found in the North Atlantic Ocean.
- The scientific name pagophilus groenlandicus literally translates to "ice-loving Greenlandic."
- Pagophilus groenlandicus is known for its distinctive harp-shaped marking on its back.
- Harp seals (Pagophilus groenlandicus) gather in large colonies during their breeding season.
- The population of Pagophilus groenlandicus has declined in recent years due to climate change and commercial hunting.
- Pagophilus groenlandicus are skilled divers and can hold their breath for up to 20 minutes.
- The pups of Pagophilus groenlandicus are born with a white coat and gradually develop their adult coloration over time.
- Pagophilus groenlandicus feed primarily on fish, shrimp, and squid.
- The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) lists Pagophilus groenlandicus as a "least concern" species.
- Pagophilus groenlandicus play an important role in the Arctic ecosystem as both predators and prey species.
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common Arctic seal; the young are all white
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
Pagophilus groenlandicus, commonly known as the harp seal, is a marine mammal found in the North Atlantic Ocean.
The scientific name pagophilus groenlandicus literally translates to "ice-loving Greenlandic."
Pagophilus groenlandicus is known for its distinctive harp-shaped marking on its back.
Harp seals (Pagophilus groenlandicus) gather in large colonies during their breeding season.
