A group of marine animals that is found over most of the world. Pinna, means wing or fin + pedis, meaning foot. Walrus, seals and sea lions are all Pinnipeds.
marine mammals characterized by fur/hair, four limbs modified for swimming (flippers), breath held while diving, generally coming ashore in colonies for reproduction. Includes harbor seals, sea lions, walruses, elephant seals, and other seals.
The pinnipeds (Order Pinnipedia) are marine mammals that include sea lions, fur seals, and true seals. They are carnivores that are distantly related to dogs and bears.