Leopard Seal
Hydrurga Leptonyx
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Quick Facts
Scientific name
Hydrurga Leptonyx
Other names
Sea Leopard
Size
Up to 3.5 m (11.4 ft)
Weight
Up to 500 kgs (1,102 lbs)
Distribution
Habitat & AU Distribution
Primarily found in the pack-ice surrounding the Antarctic continent and larger subantarctic islands
Depth Range
Up to 300 m (984 ft)
