Walruses are extraordinary sea creatures that live primarily in the cold, north Arctic region.  What is known about walruses is that they are close to becoming extinct due to the fact that many people hunt them for various reasons.  Fortunately more people are becoming aware of the walrus and are working together to save them from the verge of extinction.  Here are even more facts for those who want to know more about the walrus.

A single walrus tusk can weight up to 3 pounds.

A walrus can have anywhere from 400 to 700 whiskers.

Their blubber skin really is just about five inches of thick fat skin to keep them warm.

The reason that all full grown walruses have tusks is so that they can pull and prop themselves up on ice.

Walruses are social animals, as they stay in groups together and have their own means of communication with one another.

They are often very protective of each other. If one walrus is heard or seen being attacked, the other walruses will come intervene.

They cannot move on land very well, but they are fantastic swimmers thanks to their flippers.

Walrus skin is usually brown, thick, and wrinkled.

Male walruses are called bulls.

Female walruses are called cows, and baby walruses are called calves.

They are carnivores, as they eat crabs, mussels, and clams.

The word walrus is Latin for a “walking sea-horse with teeth”.

Walruses are related to both seals and sea lions. All three belong to the Order Pinnepedia.

Male walruses can weigh about 2000 pounds. Females usually weigh about 1800 pounds.