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Keywords: Lions, Walrus, Fur, Mammals, Marine
A group of marine animals that is found over most of the world. Pinna, means wing or fin + pedis, meaning foot. Walrus, seals and sea lions are all Pinnipeds.
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A group of mammals that include sea lions, fur seals, true seals and walrus.
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Presential Sea
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marine mammals characterized by fur/hair, four limbs modified for swimming (flippers), breath held while diving, generally coming ashore in colonies for reproduction. Includes harbor seals, sea lions, walruses, elephant seals, and other seals.
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The pinnipeds (Order Pinnipedia) are marine mammals that include sea lions, fur seals, and true seals. They are carnivores that are distantly related to dogs and bears.
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