Leopard seals are predators, feeding mainly on other seals, penguins, fish and krill. The leopard seal is second only to the killer whale (orca) among Antarctica's top predators The leopard seal is bold, powerful and curious. In the water, there is a fine line between curiosity and predatory behaviour, and it may 'play' with penguins it does not intend to eat. There are also records of leopard seals attacking divers. And so it was that with some apprehension and terror that this national geographic photographer came face to face with this unpredictable predator, only to be very surprised at its behavior... |
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20 Incredible Photos from National Geographic Photographers
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Beautiful examples of the kind of parents you'll find in the animal kingdom.
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Check out some of the finest photos from National Geographic's 2017 'Nature Photographer of the Year' awards.
This Amusing Video Explains How Cats Land on Their Feet!
Have you ever wondered just how cats manage to safely land on their feet every time they fall or are dropped? Watch this video and wonder no more!
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These photos prove that Mother Nature has a creative side.
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View some of the best entries from the 2017 edition of GDT's ‘European Wildlife Photographer of the Year' competition. Take a look.
Capturing Africa's Wild Beauty: 17 Mesmerizing Pics
Enjoy this photographic journey of African wildlife.
Meet Wisdom, the World's Oldest Known Wild Bird
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What Did These Breeds Look Like a Century Ago?
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15 Times Birds Built Nests in the Most UNUSUAL Places
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Enjoy this stunning series of orange, red and golden sunsets, and share with those who have beauty in their heart.
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The 19 Most Breathtaking Fall Photos From Across the Globe
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Check out the outstanding winners of One Eyeland’s 2023 Wildlife Photography Awards.
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