Ghosts · EX Extinct
Caribbean Monk Seal
Neomonachus tropicalis
The only seal native to the Caribbean, first recorded by Columbus's crew — hunted for oil until the warm blue waters fell silent.
EX · Extinct
Overview
The only seal native to the Caribbean, first recorded by Columbus's crew — hunted for oil until the warm blue waters fell silent.
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Field data
| IUCN status | EX · Extinct |
|---|---|
| Population | — |
| Trend | unknown |
| Last assessed | — |
| Class / Order | Mammalia · Carnivora |
| Family | Phocidae |
| Range | Caribbean Sea |
Why it matters
Evolutionary distinction
- The only seal ever native to the Caribbean Sea.
- First described from Columbus's second voyage, then hunted away.
From the collection
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Caribbean Monk Seal art print
Museum-grade art print from the Caribbean Monk Seal plate.
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Caribbean Monk Seal notebook
Museum-grade notebook from the Caribbean Monk Seal plate.
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