Harbor seal ID features?

• A. Small triangular fin, shy
• B. Long beak
• C. Round head, short snout, common on rocks
• D. Colorful beak

Answer: (C)

Harbor seals are best identified by a rounded head and a short, blunt snout, a look that stands out among coastal wildlife. They spend a lot of time hauled out on rocks or shorelines, often visible resting there in the sun. This combination of facial shape and typical resting behavior is the clearest cue in the field. The other descriptions don’t fit: a long or colorful beak describes birds or other animals, and a small triangular fin doesn’t match the seal’s body profile. So the round head with a short snout and the habit of resting on rocks is the most reliable ID feature.