The most aggressive of the pinniped family, leopard seals spend their days hunting penguins, fish, squid, and even other seals. They are efficient hunters, lying in wait underwater near ice-shelves to feed on their warm-blooded prey. Their aerodynamic, long, muscular bodies make them fast swimmers, and their counter-shaded coat allows them to blend seamlessly into their environment.

Leopard seals are most densely congregated in the Western Antarctic, but some vagrant individuals have been seen along the coasts of New Zealand and Australia. These predatory seals can grow up to 11 feet long and weigh over 800 lbs. Although the leopard seal is an apex predatory, attacks on humans are extremely rare. Explore the map below to find out where you can dive with leopard seals.