Bearded Seal

Mammals > Seals & Sea Lions

AT A GLANCECommon Name: Bearded SealScientific Name: Erignathus barbatusCategory: MammalsSubcategory: Seals & Sea LionsSize: Body length: 6.9–8.2 ft (2.1–2.5 m)Weight: 450–950 lb (200–430 kg); females are slightly larger than malesLifespan: 25–31 years in cold...

Ross’s Gull

Birds > Laridae & Gulls

AT A GLANCECommon Name: Ross’s GullScientific Name: Rhodostethia roseaCategory: BirdsSubcategory: Laridae & GullsSize: Length: 11.5–13.0 in (29–33 cm); Wingspan: 31–35 in (80–90 cm)Weight: 5.0–8.8 oz (140–250 g)Lifespan: 10–18 years in the wildDiet:...
Snowy Owl

Snowy Owl

Birds > Birds of Prey

AT A GLANCECommon Name: Snowy OwlScientific Name: Bubo scandiacusCategory: BirdsSubcategory: Birds of PreySize: Length: 20–28 in (52–71 cm); Wingspan: 4.2–5.3 ft (126–160 cm)Weight: 3.5–6.6 lb (1.6–3.0 kg)Lifespan: 10–15 years in the wild; up to 28+ years in...