Northern elephant seal

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (hayvan)

Phylum

Chordata (Kordalılar)

Class

Mammalia (memeliler)

Order

Pinnipedia (Seals & Sea Lions)

Family

Phocidae (True Seals)

Genus

Mirounga

Species

Mirounga angustirostris (Northern elephant seal)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Elefante-marino norteño

German Nördlicher See-Elefant

Similar Species in Mirounga

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Southern elephant seal

Mirounga leonina

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Northern elephant seal?

The scientific name of Northern elephant seal is Mirounga angustirostris. It belongs to the genus Mirounga.

What is the conservation status of Northern elephant seal?

Northern elephant seal (Mirounga angustirostris) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Northern elephant seal belong to?

Northern elephant seal (Mirounga angustirostris) belongs to the genus Mirounga, which is part of the taxonomic family Phocidae.

Is Northern elephant seal endangered?

No, Northern elephant seal (Mirounga angustirostris) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Northern elephant seal belong to?

Northern elephant seal (Mirounga angustirostris) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hayvan).

What are the closest relatives of Northern elephant seal?

The closest relatives of Northern elephant seal in the genus Mirounga include Southern elephant seal.