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The walrus is a thick-skinned seal belonging to the Odobenidae family. Its most distinctive feature are its large, projecting tusks used for hauling onto ice and foraging. Found in Arctic regions, walruses are critically vulnerable due to declining sea ice habitats. They primarily support themselves...
The Pacific Walrus is a distinct subspecies of walrus inhabiting the North Pacific’s Arctic waters. It's recognized by its substantial size and unique reliance on sea ice for resting and foraging. These animals are primarily used for accessing shellfish beds beneath the ice. The species is vital to...
The Atlantic walrus (Odobenus rosmarus glacialis) is a distinct seal species found in the North Atlantic. It differs from the Pacific walrus through its smaller stature and paler skin. Primarily inhabiting coastal waters off northeastern Canada and Greenland, this subspecies faces challenges due to...
A widespread extinct walrus from the Pliocene epoch whose fossils have been found across the North Atlantic, including the United States and Belgium.
An extinct species of walrus from the Late Miocene epoch whose fossils were discovered on Cedros Island in Baja California, Mexico.
An extinct species of phocid true seal from the Tertiary period, known from fossil remains discovered in Miocene deposits of Maryland, USA.
