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Physical characteristics of the seal

Almost all seals share the same physical characteristics. They all have streamlined bodies and four flippers for moving in the water. Their bodies have covered with soft fur, and underneath in skin, they have a layer of blubber that assists and insulate them from a cold environment. Even though, seals live in cold temperatures, already have more blubber than those that live in warmer temperatures, even within the same species of seal.

Physical characteristics of the seal