Harbor Porpoise (Phocoena phocoena) – Bruinvis Taxonomy: The Harbor Porpoise belongs to the Phocoenidae family, related to dolphins and whales. Size: Small and stocky, typically 1.4–1.9 meters long and weighing 45–70 kg. Habitat: Found in coastal waters of the Northern Hemisphere, favoring colder regions. Diet: Carnivorous, feeding on fish like herring and cod, as well…
Grey Seal (Halichoerus grypus) – Grijze Zeehond https://marine.diving-guru.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/brouwn-seal-filmje-©-diving-guru.mp4 Taxonomy: The Harbor Seal belongs to the Phocidae family, also known as true seals. They are pinnipeds, a group that also includes sea lions and walruses. Species: Five subspecies exist, each adapted to specific regions across the Northern Hemisphere. Reproduction: Females give birth to a single pup…
Grey Seal (Halichoerus grypus) – Grijze Zeehond https://marine.diving-guru.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Harbor-Porpoise-Phocoena-phocoena-fim-©-diving-guru.mp4 Taxonomy: The Grey Seal belongs to the Phocidae family, also known as true seals. The name Halichoerus grypus means “hooked-nosed sea pig” in Greek, referring to their distinctively shaped nostrils. Species: There are two main populations of Grey Seals: the Eastern Atlantic population and the Western Atlantic population. They…
