“Without extinction, there would likely be insufficient ecological ‘space’ available for new species ... Consider, for example, the ringed seals of Lake Saimaa, the biggest lake in ...

MYSTIC, CT — A young hooded seal typically found in the icy waters of the Arctic and North Atlantic was rescued from the Providence River last weekend, according to a statement from Mystic Aquarium.

DESCRIPTION: Ringed seals, the most widespread Arctic marine mammal, have plump bodies decorated with prominent gray-white rings scattered across a light or dark gray coat. Adults vary widely in size ...

By Matthew Cavallo Click here for updates on this story BRIGANTINE, New Jersey (KYW) -- The Marine Mammal Stranding Center in ...

DESCRIPTION: The bearded seal gets its name from its thick, elegantly curled, and very abundant whiskers. It is the largest Arctic pinniped after the walrus, averaging 7.2 feet in length and 484 to ...