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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 harp seals predators or prey?
pretadors
What eats the hawaiian monk seal?
According to National Geographic research, Galapagos Shark (not just found in Galapagos Islands group) preys on Hawaiian Monk Seals. But it is believed that there are other sharks which prey on them. One of the suspected sharks is Tiger Shark. I also thought that other small fish eat the Hawaiian monk seal. I also thought that the different kinds of fish are also the things that eats the Hawaiian Monk Seal.
What predators does leopard seals have?
Leopard Seals are prey to killer whales, polar bears and human hunting.
What do leopered seals eat?
they are carnivorous predators they eat penguins and other prey
Is a orca a prey?
No Predators, they feed on smaller fish, seals, birds and more
What is the penguins predator prey relationship?
Penguins are predators of fish, because they hunt and eat fish. Penguins may be eaten by seals or whales, so they are prey to seals and whales.
What are the predators of the pengins?
Depending on the region, they can have predators such as leopard seals, killer whales (orcas), and occasionally sharks. Chicks are also prey for land predators like foxes or wolves, and some birds of prey.
Does seals eat penguins?
Yes, seals are predators of penguins and will hunt them for food. Penguins are a common prey for certain seal species, such as leopard seals and Antarctic fur seals.
Are penguins a prey or predators?
The emperor penguin is both, it has prey because it eats stuff so therefor it is a preditor. But its prey to seals aswell. so it is both...
Are emperor penguins predators or prey?
The emperor penguin is both, it has prey because it eats stuff so therefor it is a preditor. But its prey to seals aswell. so it is both...
What is the Hawiian Monks Seal's Role in the ecosystem?
The Hawaiian monk seal plays a key role in the ecosystem as a top predator, helping to maintain the balance of marine food webs by controlling populations of fish and invertebrates. They also contribute to nutrient cycling by feeding on various prey species and redistributing nutrients through their waste. Additionally, their presence can indicate the health of marine environments, making them an important indicator species for ecosystem monitoring.
Is a seal a predator and prey?
Seals are the favorite food of many predators. Sharks, killer whales, and polar bears are three of the largest predators of seals. Polar bears hunt for seals by finding the places where the seal is hiding on the ice, and pouncing on them. Sharks can hunt seals by hiding very deep in the sea, and rushing upwards when they see a seal overhead. Humans sometimes hunt seals too.
