Quick answer
Grey Seals are native to Europe and North America. North Atlantic coasts — Britain, Ireland, Scandinavia, eastern Canada, and New England; half the world population breeds in the UK.
Native range
North Atlantic coasts — Britain, Ireland, Scandinavia, eastern Canada, and New England; half the world population breeds in the UK.
Continents
- Europe
- North America
Habitat notes
UK colonies hold nearly half the world population. Pups are born with white lanugo coats on autumn beaches
FAQs
Where can I learn more about the grey seal?
See our full grey seal profile for habitat, diet, and conservation status.
Where do these facts come from?
Researched from IUCN Red List data and our editorial grey seal species profile.