noun
ringed seal
Refers specifically to the ringed seal (Pusa hispida). The cross-reference 輪紋海豹 is a synonym.
See also: 輪紋海豹
北極圏では、ふいりあざらしが氷の上で休んでいる姿が見られる。
In the Arctic, ringed seals can be seen resting on the ice.
Katakana spelling, often used in biological contexts or field guides.
Kanji spelling is rare and mainly found in older or specialized literature. The kanji 斑入 means 'spotted' and 海豹 means 'seal'.
Synonym for ringed seal, also usually written in kana as わもんあざらし. ふいりあざらし is the more common term.
Compound of 斑入り (ふいり, 'spotted') and 海豹 (あざらし, 'seal'). The exact historical derivation is uncertain, but the name describes the seal's spotted coat.