@arthurcborges: Come with me on our photography expedition to Antarctica. Day 4 - Our encounter with a Leopard Seal. A leopard seal is a large, carnivorous seal found in the Antarctic and surrounding waters. It is named for its spotted coat and powerful build. Key Facts: • Scientific Name: Hydrurga leptonyx • Size: Up to 12 feet (3.7 meters) long • Weight: Up to 1,300 pounds (590 kg) • Diet: Penguins, fish, squid, and other seals • Lifespan: Around 26 years • Habitat: Antarctic ice and cold southern oceans Notable Traits: • One of the top predators in Antarctica • Powerful jaws and sharp teeth for hunting • Fast and agile swimmer • Solitary except during mating season @Oceanwide Expeditions @bluewaterphoto #Antarctica #LandscapePhotography #Travel2025 #NatureLover #AdventureAwaits #FrozenPlanet #WildernessExplorer #BucketListTravel #EpicViews #Icebergs #PhotographyAdventure #oceanwideexp #drakepassage #WildlifePhotography #NatureLovers #wildlifeplanet

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