Walrus vs Northern Elephant Seal
Quick answer
In a hypothetical one-on-one, the Walrus would most likely come out on top in a close contest, thanks to its superior speed. In reality, animals like these rarely meet, and both would usually avoid a fight.
This is a hypothetical, educational comparison based on typical size, strength, and natural weaponry. In the wild these animals rarely meet, and most encounters end without a fight.
Mammal
Vulnerable
Mammal
Least ConcernWalrus vs Northern Elephant Seal compared
| Attribute | Walrus | Northern Elephant Seal |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 1.2 t | 900 kg |
| Length | 3.2 m | 3.5 m |
| Top speed | 35 km/h | 16 km/h |
| Strength | 85/100 | 80/100 |
| Deadliness | 30/100 | 25/100 |
| Intelligence | 50/100 | 45/100 |
| Lifespan | 40 yr | 13 yr |
Walrus vs Northern Elephant Seal: common questions
Who would win in a fight, a Walrus or a Northern Elephant Seal?
In a hypothetical one-on-one, the Walrus would most likely come out on top in a close contest, thanks to its superior speed. In reality, animals like these rarely meet, and both would usually avoid a fight.
Which is bigger, the Walrus or the Northern Elephant Seal?
The Walrus is heavier, weighing around 1,200 kg compared with the other's 900 kg.
Which is faster, the Walrus or the Northern Elephant Seal?
The Walrus is faster, reaching about 35 km/h versus 16 km/h.
Which lives longer, the Walrus or the Northern Elephant Seal?
The Walrus typically lives longer, up to around 40 years compared with 13 years.
Sources & references
Conservation status follows the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species; size, weight, speed, and lifespan figures are drawn from Animal Diversity Web (University of Michigan Museum of Zoology) and Nowak, Walker’s Mammals of the World (Johns Hopkins University Press), cross-checked against each species’ own guide. Compare full profiles for habitat, diet, and behaviour:
- Walrus — full guide
IUCN Red List (Vulnerable, Odobenus rosmarus)
- Northern Elephant Seal — full guide
IUCN Red List (Least Concern, Mirounga angustirostris)
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Animal Diversity Web — University of Michigan Museum of Zoology
Life-history, morphology, and measurement data for Walrus and Northern Elephant Seal.
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Nowak, R. M. (1999). Walker’s Mammals of the World (6th ed.). Johns Hopkins University Press.
Standard reference for body size, weight, and life-span ranges.
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How we research, source, and review wildlife comparisons.
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