Angustirostris Collection

Common seal and elephant seal
Common seal, Phoca vitulina 1 and northern elephant seal, Mirounga angustirostris 2. Phoque commun, Phoque a trompe (macrorhine)

Northern Elephant Seal (Mirounga angustirostris)

Northern Elephant Seal (Mirounga Angustirostris) On The Central California Coast; California, United States Of America

Hooded seal, Cystophora cristata (vulnerable) and northern elephant seal, Mirounga angustirostris.. Handcolored copperplate stipple engraving from Frederic Cuviers Dictionary of Natural Science

Picture No. 11051027
Marbled Teal swimming on marsh (controlled conditions) Tablas de Daimiel, Castilla la Mancha, Spain Date:

Picture No. 10880268
Northern Elephant Seal - watched by children (Mirounga angustirostris) Date:

Picture No. 10880263
Northern Elephant Seal - males fighting (Mirounga angustirostris) Date:

Marbled Duck swimming, Coto Donana, Spain

White-tipped Plantcutter (Phytotoma rutila angustirostris) adult female, perched on branch, Yavi, Jujuy, Argentina, august

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"Discover the Majestic Northern Elephant Seal: Mirounga Angustirostris" The Northern Elephant Seal, scientifically known as Mirounga Angustirostris, is a fascinating marine mammal found along the Central California Coast in the United States of America. With its distinct appearance and behavior, this species stands out among other seals. Often confused with both common seals and elephant seals due to its name, the Northern Elephant Seal possesses unique characteristics that set it apart. Males can grow up to an astonishing 16 feet long and weigh over 5, 000 pounds, making them one of the largest pinnipeds on Earth. Their elongated snouts give them their scientific name "angustirostris, " meaning narrow-beaked. These incredible creatures have a captivating life cycle. Every year during breeding season, males engage in fierce battles for dominance over harems of females. The victorious male will defend his territory while simultaneously mating with multiple females. Witnessing these intense encounters is truly awe-inspiring. Conservation efforts are crucial for protecting vulnerable seal species like the Hooded Seal (Cystophora Cristata). These magnificent animals face threats such as habitat loss and climate change impacts on their icy habitats. By raising awareness about their vulnerability, we can work towards preserving their existence for future generations. Captured in stunning photographs like Picture No. 11051027 and Picture No. 10880268, these images showcase the beauty of these majestic creatures against the backdrop of California's scenic coastline. While exploring diverse wildlife around the world, let us not forget other remarkable beings like Marbled Ducks swimming gracefully in Coto Donana, Spain - a sight worth cherishing repeatedly as seen in Picture No. 10880263. In Argentina's Yavi region lies another avian wonder - White-tipped Plantcutters (Phytotoma Rutila Angustirostris). An adult male perched on a branch, as depicted in Picture No.