Found in Arctic, Atlantic Ocean habitats across Arctic, Atlantic Ocean, the Harp Seal is a carnivore member of the Phocidae family. Weighing Up to 160 kg, it is exceptionally high among carnivore mammals. Conservation status: Least Concern.
Physical Characteristics & Habitat
Size & Speed
| Metric | Harp Seal | Carnivore Mammals Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 160 kg | 50 kg | ↑ 220% |
| Height | 180 cm | — | — |
| Top Speed | 28 km/h | 48 km/h | ↓ 42% |
| Avg Speed | 20.5 km/h | — | — |
Habitat & Distribution
The Harp Seal inhabits Arctic, Atlantic Ocean habitats. It can be found in Arctic, Atlantic Ocean.
Typical coloring: Silver, Gray.
Diet & Predators
Behavior & Reproduction
Social Structure
The Harp Seal is a group-based species belonging to the Phocidae family.
Reproduction
Conservation & Comparison
IUCN Conservation Status
LC The Harp Seal is classified as Least Concern. There are 66 species with the same status in our database.
Species Comparison
Among 32 carnivore mammals, the Harp Seal’s weight of Up to 160 kg is significantly higher than the group median of 50 kg.
Weight rank: #9 of 66 Least Concern species.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Humpback Whale | Up to 30000 kg | LC |
| 2 | Walrus | Up to 1200 kg | LC |
| 3 | Yak | 500–1200 kg | LC |
| 4 | Water Buffalo | 300–1200 kg | LC |
| 5 | Zebra | 400–900 kg | LC |
Related Species
How much does a Harp Seal weigh?
A Harp Seal typically weighs Up to 160 kg, which is exceptionally high compared to the median of 50 kg among carnivore mammals.
What is the conservation status of the Harp Seal?
The Harp Seal is classified as “Least Concern”. There are 66 species with the same status in our database.
Where does the Harp Seal live?
The Harp Seal is found in Arctic, Atlantic Ocean, in arctic, atlantic ocean habitats.
How does the Harp Seal reproduce?
The Harp Seal has a gestation period of 335 days and typically produces 1 offspring per birth.
Data Sources: IUCN, WWF, National Geographic, Smithsonian Institution.
Last Updated: April 10, 2026