***About Harp Seals: Harp seals are native to the northernmost Atlantic Ocean and parts of the Arctic Ocean. They are particularly noted for their stark white pups, which are born on the ice and are dependent on their mothers for around twelve days before they start to swim and hunt on their own. These seals are named after the distinct harp-like patterns on the back of the adults. Their habitat usually includes areas with iced waters which they use for breeding, nursing their young, and molting. They are also a migratory species, traveling in large groups between their feeding and breeding grounds annually. Despite facing threats from commercial hunting and climate change, they remain a symbol of Arctic wildlife and are popular subjects in art due to their visually captivating appearance and the dramatic landscapes they inhabit.:

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