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Fun Facts
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Walruses are marine mammals that live in the arctic. They have bulky bodies with 4 flippers. They can weigh around 1200-3000 pounds.
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They have thick brown skin. Their blubber helps keep them warm.
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Their tusks can grow up to 3 feet long.
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These tusks help them chop breathing holes through the ice or to pull themselves out of the water.
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Walruses have whiskers that help them detect food under the water. Their favorite food are clams. They also will eat fish and seals.
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They can stay under the water for up to 30 minutes.
http://www.arkive.org/walrus/odobenus-rosmarus/video-08.html
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Walruses have two natural enemies: the orca and the polar bear.
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They travel in groups. They also like to be next to each other, which also helps keep them warm.
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A baby walrus is called a calf.