EP 21: Pinnipeds of the Salish Sea (and Beyond!)

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Prince of Whales PODcast

Prince of Whales

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Welcome to The Prince of Whales POD-cast – a short, exciting, and educational series where we dive into fascinating fan questions about whales and the rich marine ecosystem of British Columbia. Each week, in bite-sized eps, our passionate hosts will share their love for these majestic creatures, bringing you closer to the wonders of whales and the incredible world beneath the waves. Whether you're a whale enthusiast or just curious about the sea, join us for a quick chat and discover something new each week! Want to ask a question? Go to our Instagram or email us podcast@princeofwhales.com

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EP 21: Pinnipeds of the Salish Sea (and Beyond!)

Prince of Whales PODcast

14 minutes 22 seconds

4 months ago

EP 21: Pinnipeds of the Salish Sea (and Beyond!)

Welcome to Episode 21 of the Prince of Whales PODcast! This week, we dive into the world of pinnipeds—our local seals and sea lions—and explore some of their remarkable cousins across the globe. From “rock sausages” to deep-diving elephant seals and tusked Arctic giants, this episode is packed with fascinating facts and unexpected behaviours!

Topics Include:

(0:26) The four species of pinnipeds found in B.C.—harbour seals, northern elephant seals, Steller sea lions, and California sea lions(1:04) How to identify each species and where to spot them(3:03) Deep-dive stats: elephant seals can dive 2,000 metres and hold their breath for two hours!(4:45) Seal vs. sea lion—ear flaps, flipper tricks, and the art of "galumphing"(8:48) Pinnipeds around the world—leopard seals in Antarctica and walruses in the Arctic

Whether you're watching sea lions haul out at Race Rocks or dreaming of leopard seals in the Antarctic, this episode is your one-stop shop for pinniped knowledge.

Questions or favourite pinniped facts? Send them to podcast@princeofwhales.com or message us on Instagram. Make sure to tune in next week for the last episode of the Prince of Whales PODcast Season 1 as we take a break during our busy whale watching summer months!