Its scientific name is Ommatophoca rossii and it usually measures between 1.6 and 2.1 meters in length. It is typically found on the drifting ice of the Southern Ocean. Due to its solitary nature and preference for remote areas, it is one of the least observed and studied seals.
Sounds of Antarctica
Ross seal
Listen to the sound of Antarctica as captured in its natural environment. Immerse yourself in the atmosphere of the white continent.
Enjoy an immersive auditory experience that creates a three-dimensional sensation, capturing the acoustics of Antarctica as if you were there.