Henry Carter Hull

Describes the evolution, classification, distribution, life cycles, behavior, and social structures of sea lion, walrus, and fur, monk, elephant, true, and Antarctic seal species, and discusses the impact of hunting, fishing, and the modern world on seal populations. Includes an annotated further reading list.

What's the difference between a seal and a sea lion? These "second cousins" of the sea look similar, but there are many ways to tell them apart. From ear shape to the noises they make to communicate, seals and sea lions are amazing creatures with shared features and many truly unique attributes. They both share an ocean habitat, but when readers take a closer look, it's easy to discover how they each fight off predators, mate, and raise their young...

The Ocean Fairies keep all the sea creatures safe and happy! But when the goblins shatter their enchanted conch shell, seven magical sea creatures leave to search for the pieces. The Ocean Fairies must find the shells...and their animal friends! Silky the seal discovered a piece of the shell near the beach! Now Amelie the Seal Fairy just has to find Silky. But will the goblins get in the way?

Readers learn about the anatomy and behavior of walruses and elephant seals and decide who would win if they fought.