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- In the 19th century Hawaiian monk seals were clubbed to death by whalers and sealers for meat, oil and skin.
- U.S. forces hunted them during World War II while occupying Laysan Island and Midway.
- Predation by sharks, such as the tiger shark, reduced pup survival.
- As a result of human disturbance, ciguatera poisoning, high male to female ratios during breeding season, and entanglement in fishing nets and debris have killed many of the species.
- In the northeastern Hawaiian islands, starvation is a serious problem. Lobsters, the seal's preferred food other than fish, are overly hunted and competition from other predators such as sharks, jacks and barrucudas leaves little left over for developing pups.
- In areas where male seals outnumber females, several males can compete for a single female, often accidentally killing the female. Females of any age can become targets, including pups.
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Are monk seals herbivores?
Yes, monk seals are herbivores.
What eats monk seals?
canniball monk seals
Does Loggerhead Turtle have competitors?
it is eaten by sharks and monk seals sharks and monk seals
Does monk seals hibernate?
no monk seals do not hibernate they usually just stay in their water or on land.
What hawaiian monk seals are killed for?
the Hawaiian Monk Seals were killed by humans, for their fur and fat.
Do Hawaiian Monk Seals have any enemies?
Sharks cause many deaths of Hawaiian Monk Seals.
Are monk seals mammals?
Yes, all seals are mammals.
Who are the monk seals' enemies?
sharks
How do Hawaiian Monk Seals communicate?
seals communicate by their mouths by honking
Why do female monk seals weigh more than male monk seals?
the female monk seals weigh more than the male is because they need more nutrition; meaning more food they eat thus making them weigh more
Are Hawaiian monk seals kept pets?
no
Are Mediterranean monk seals friendly?
yeahh
