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A new seal!

Here are some fun facts about seals:

1. Seals are mammals: Despite their fish-like appearance, seals are actually mammals, which means they give birth to live young and nurse them with milk.
2. There are many species: There are 32 species of seals, ranging in size from the 1.5-meter-long (4.9 ft) ringed seal to the 4-meter-long (13.1 ft) elephant seal.
3. Seals have flippers, not fins: Seals use their flippers to swim and maneuver in the water. They also use them to walk on land.
4. Seals are excellent swimmers: Seals are highly efficient swimmers, able to dive to depths of up to 500 meters (1,640 ft) and stay underwater for up to 2 hours.
5. Seals have a thick layer of blubber: Seals have a thick layer of fat called blubber that helps keep them warm in cold water. It also provides energy when food is scarce.
6. Seals are social animals: Many seal species are social and live in large colonies. They use a variety of vocalizations, including barks, whistles, and grunts, to communicate with each other.
7. Seals are important predators: Seals play a crucial role in their ecosystems as predators, helping to keep fish and squid populations in check.

I hope you found these facts interesting! Do you have a favorite type of seal or a question about them?