Southern Elephant Seal
Mirounga leonina
🦭 Seal
About Southern Elephant Seal
The largest seal species in the world, male Southern Elephant Seals can weigh up to 4,000 kg and grow up to 6 meters long. They are named for their large proboscis, which males use to produce loud roaring sounds during breeding season. They can dive to depths of over 2,000 meters.
Where to See Them
Falkland Islands
High chance Jan-Mar, Sep-Dec
Macquarie Island
High chance Jan-Mar, Sep-Dec
South Georgia Islands
High chance Jan-Mar, Sep-Dec
Elephant Island
Good chance Jan-Feb, Oct-Dec
South Orkney Islands
Good chance Sep-Dec
South Shetland Islands
Good chance Jan-Feb, Sep-Dec
Antarctica Peninsula
Possible Jan, Dec
Auckland Islands
Possible Jun-Aug
Campbell Island
Possible Jan-Feb, Oct-Nov
Half Moon Island
Possible Jan, Dec