Is Harp Seal Pupping, Gulf of St. Lawrence happening right now?
As of today, out of season, returns ~February. Earth Exhibit tracks the live conditions and flags it the moment it is on.
Each late winter, Pagophilus groenlandicus (harp seals) give birth on pack ice in the Gulf of St.
Lawrence.
The Magdalen Islands area is one of the region's most reliable viewing areas when stable ice forms near shore.
Timing and distribution depend strongly on sea ice extent and weather.
Where to see it
A taste of where to see it. The full map, exact coordinates and the best timing for each spot live in the app.
| Viewing spots |
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| Cap-aux-Meules Harbor - Licensed Boat Tours |
| Grande-Entrée Shore and Small-Boat Operators |
| + 2 more spots, with exact coordinates and timing, in the app → |
This is the short version
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