Weddell seal moms sacrifice diving capacity to provide iron to pups; climate change could add vulnerability

Weddell seal moms sacrifice their diving capacity to provide iron to their pups: Climate change could make seals more vulnerable

Weddell seals, which are excellent divers, provide so much iron to their pups during lactation, that the mothers dramatically limit their own diving and underwater foraging capabilities.

Weddell seal moms sacrifice diving capacity to provide iron to pups; climate change could add vulnerability

Weddell seals are excellent divers, and provide so much iron to their pups during lactation that the mothers dramatically limit their own diving and underwater foraging capabilities.

Weddell seal moms sacrifice their diving capacity to provide iron to their pups

Weddell seals, which are excellent divers, during lactation provide so much iron to their pups that the mothers then dramatically limit their own diving and underwater foraging capabilities.

Weddell Seal Moms Sacrifice Their Diving Capacity to Provide Iron to Their Pups: Climate Change Could Make Seals More Vulnerable

Weddell seals, which are excellent divers, provide so much iron to their pups during lactation, that the mothers dramatically limit their own diving and underwa