Phocidae

True Seals (Phocidae) is a family of organisms sharing recent common ancestry and similar characteristics. It contains 13 genuss with 16 known species. Key genus groups include Cystophora, Erignathus, Halichoerus, Hydrurga, Leptonychotes, and Lobodon. Among its members, 5 species are currently classified as threatened (Critically Endangered, Endangered, or Vulnerable). It belongs to Seals & Sea Lions (Pinnipedia).