Hawaiian monk seals can live to between 25 and 30 years of age. However, because of human impact, their lives are generally shorter than that.
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Sharks, large fish like ulua, and tiger sharks are known predators of the Hawaiian monk seal. However, human activities such as entanglement in fishing gear and ingestion of marine debris also pose significant threats to their population.
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A female monk is typically referred to as a "nun."
There are currently around 1,400 Hawaiian monk seals left in the wild, making them one of the most endangered seal species in the world. Efforts are being made to protect and conserve these seals to prevent further decline in their population.