Mammal
Mediterranean Monk Seal Facts
Monachus monachus
Mediterranean Monk Seal Facts at a Glance
It belongs to the family Phocidae in the order Carnivora. This profile is designed as a concise starting point; the source names below document the review basis.
Mediterranean Monk Seal Conservation Status
Mediterranean Monk Seal is listed here as Vulnerable. Protecting habitat, maintaining healthy prey or food sources, and reducing human pressure are important parts of conserving wild populations.
Quick facts
- Diet
- Carnivore
- Weight
- 292,500 g
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