미래의 아내를 유혹하기 위한 바다표범의 신기한 제스추어 VIDEO: Pictures capture the stomach-churning moment a hooded seal inflates his NOSE in an attempt to impress
It's just SNOT that flattering! Pictures capture the stomach-churning moment a hooded seal inflates his NOSE in an attempt to impress potential mates
The unique flaunting technique was snapped by wildlife photographer Sylvian Cordier in Canada
Male hooded seals grow a permanent hood over their nose that is elastic and can be inflated
The species also has an inflatable left nostril which they use to add flair to the bizarre courting displays
These nostril air sacs shine bright-red because of the blood flowing through them
미래의 아내를 유혹하기 위한 바다표범의 신기한 제스추어 수컷 후드 바다표범은 신축성이 있고 팽창할 수 있는 영구 후드를 코 위에 기른다 이 종은 또한 기괴한 팽창식 왼쪽 콧구멍을 가지고 있다. 이 콧구멍은 혈관이 있어 빨갛게 빛난다. 이 징글징글한 장면은 캐나다의 야생 사진작가 실비안 코디에 의해 포착됐다. 상세는 동영상 참조 황기철 콘페이퍼 에디터 큐레이터 Ki Cheol Hwang, conpaper editor, curator |
By HARRY PETTIT FOR MAILONLINE
PUBLISHED: 13:33 BST, 29 August 2018 | UPDATED: 13:33 BST, 29 August 2018
Incredible new images capture the bizarre mating ritual of hooded seals in which the male inflates a huge blood-red sac from its nostril to attract the attention of potential mates.
The unique courting technique was snapped by wildlife photographer Sylvian Cordier in the Magdadalen Islands, Canada, during the species' mating season.
Male hooded seals grow a cavity within their left nostril that is highly elastic – and can be quickly expanded using air to try to tempt potential mates.
This crimson sac is only displayed when a competitor approaches in order to discourage them from trying to steal away the female.
Ms Cordier, 72, said witnessing the 'amazing' scene was a 'dream come true'. However, the French photographer was sure to keep her distance, as the 400 kilogram (880lb) animals become aggressive during mating season.
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