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The Walrus

The walrus is a large, extraordinary animal often recognized for its prominent, long ivory tusks, tough wrinkled skin, and super-sized whiskers. These ocean dwellers, usually found in the Arctic Ocean, have a rounded, barrel-shaped body allowing them to navigate waters with ease while their whiskers help find shellfish on the seafloor. Although they can weigh over 2000 kilograms, that's heavier than a small car, surprisingly they can be quite swift, both in the water and on land!

Walrus - Animal Matchup
Walrus
SizeUp to 11 feet (3.3 meters) in length
WeightUp to 3,700 pounds (1,678 kilograms)
SpeedSpeed: 15 mph (24 km/hr)
Key StrengthTusks used for defense and dominance during mating season
Biggest WeaknessSlow movement on land
Scientific NameOdobenus rosmarus
FamilyOdobenidae
HabitatArctic Ocean and subarctic regions
GeographyNorthern Hemisphere
DietClams, mussels, and other shellfish
Lifespan40 years - 50 years
Walrus - Animal Matchup

The Walrus

The walrus is a large, extraordinary animal often recognized for its prominent, long ivory tusks, tough wrinkled skin, and super-sized whiskers. These ocean dwellers, usually found in the Arctic Ocean, have a rounded, barrel-shaped body allowing them to navigate waters with ease while their whiskers help find shellfish on the seafloor. Although they can weigh over 2000 kilograms, that's heavier than a small car, surprisingly they can be quite swift, both in the water and on land!

Fun Fact: Despite their daunting appearance, walruses love to socialize and can often be found lounging on ice floes while making a variety of loud, distinctive vocalizations to communicate!

Walrus
SizeUp to 11 feet (3.3 meters) in length
WeightUp to 3,700 pounds (1,678 kilograms)
SpeedSpeed: 15 mph (24 km/hr)
Key StrengthTusks used for defense and dominance during mating season
Biggest WeaknessSlow movement on land
Scientific NameOdobenus rosmarus
FamilyOdobenidae
HabitatArctic Ocean and subarctic regions
GeographyNorthern Hemisphere
DietClams, mussels, and other shellfish
Lifespan40 years - 50 years

Walrus Matchups

We use AI to simulate matchups between the Walrus and other animals. Our simulation considers size, strength, and natural predatory behaviors to determine the most likely outcome.

Grizzly Bear vs Walrus

Fun Fact: A walrus's tusks might look weapon-like, but they mainly use them to haul their massive bodies out of the cold waters onto an ice floe.

Fun Fact: You might think all that skin is just for looks, but a walrus's layer of blubber can be up to 15cm thick, providing excellent insulation against Arctic temperatures.