Pacific Walrus

Distinguished by its large size, wrinkled skin and large ivory tusks.

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Common Name

Pacific Walrus

Comments

The tusks are used as tools for fighting, climbing and chopping. Feeds primarily on clams and shellfish. Adult bulls can weigh up to 4,000 lbs. (1,814 kg).

Scientific Name

Odobenus rosmarus

Habitat

Found seasonally on polar islands between Bristol Bay and Point Barrow. Winters on pack ice.

Size

To 12 ft. (3.6 m)