Fascinating portrait of a Hawaiian monk seal in the clear waters of Midway Islands (00006888)
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Description: The Hawaiian monk seal, also known as Monachus schauinslandi, is a fascinating creature that appears like a living fossil. Approximately 60 of these seals live in the Midway Atoll, a remote group of islands. Reaching lengths of up to two meters and weighing between 200-300 kilograms, they are impressive marine animals. Their diet mainly consists of reef fish, octopuses, and lobsters, which they hunt in both shallow waters and the open sea. The Hawaiian monk seals are highly endangered and sensitive to human impacts.
Location: Hawaiian Islands, Midway, USA
Date of Capture: 19.07.2001