Ribbon Seal

Histriophoca fasciata

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Carnivora · Phocidae

About

The ribbon seal is a medium-sized pinniped from the true seal family (Phocidae). A seasonally ice-bound species, it is found in the Arctic and Subarctic regions of the North Pacific Ocean, notably in the Bering Sea and Sea of Okhotsk. It is distinguished by its striking coloration, with two wide white strips and two white circles against dark brown or black fur.

Fun Fact

The ribbon seal eats almost exclusively pelagic creatures: fish like pollock (e.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Lives in the Arctic parts of the Pacific Ocean.

Diet

Eats almost exclusively pelagic creatures: fish like pollock (e.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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