How do Leopard Seals survive in Antarctica?

Answer 1

Leopard seals have two layers of fur to help protect them from the cold in Antarctica. The first layer is short, fine, and close to the body to provide a layer of warmth. The second layer is longer, forming a waterproof outer layer.

Answer 2

Leopard seals are one of the most fearsome Antarctic predators. They dine on penguins, fish, squid, and other, typically smaller, seals. They will often lay in wait beneath ice shelves and snatch up penguins as they enter the water.

Their only natural predator is the killer whale. According to some studies, over 80% of the leopard seals caught by killer whales are pups. Adult seals will avoid them by swiftly changing direction, grouping, or leaving the water.

Leopard seals are one of the least likely of arctic wildlife to be in danger of extinction due to their position in the food chain; with a lack of natural predators and abundance of food sources.

Answer 3

They have a thick layer of blubber under there skin that keeps them in the harsh weather

Answer 4

Leopard seals eat penguins, fish, krill, and sometimes other seals. So leopard seals seem to survive quite well out in their natural environment.