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The grey seal is found on both shores of the North Atlantic Ocean. It is a large seal of the family Phocidae or "true seals". It is the only species classified in the genus ''Halichoerus''. Its name is spelled gray seal in the US; it is also known as Atlantic grey seal and the horsehead seal.

Similar species: Carnivorans
Species identified by DR_M_Z
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Uploaded Oct 28, 2023. Captured Oct 23, 2023 16:52 in Am Südstrand 2, 27498 Helgoland, Germany.
  • OM-1
  • f/5.6
  • 1/1250s
  • ISO2500
  • 400mm