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Walruses, classified as a threatened species, are typically found around the North Pole and near the Arctic Ocean.

From BBC • May 17, 2023

Walruses are a protected species, and as recently as last month, officials said they hoped Freya would leave of her own accord and that euthanasia would be a last resort.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 16, 2022

Walruses are also being exposed to more shipping, tourism, industry and noise, according to the World Wildlife Fund.

From Washington Post • Aug. 14, 2022

Walruses typically reside further north in the Arctic Circle and can nap for up to 20 hours a day, though it’s not unheard of for them to venture into the North and Baltic seas.

From Washington Times • Aug. 14, 2022

Walruses were obtained after the storm, and the natives now had no fear of a famine of meat or fat.

From My Attainment of the Pole by Cook, Frederick A.