Seal emoji meaning

The seal emoji shows a charming, gray seal, usually portrayed lying on its belly with visible flippers and whiskers. This emoji is a symbol of seals and their close relatives, like sea lions, and is often associated with themes of ocean life, marine animals, and the natural world. It is commonly used in discussions about sea creatures, trips to the beach, or topics related to cold climates where seals are commonly found. The seal emoji's playful and gentle design captures the essence of these adored marine mammals. Additionally, it is often used in messages promoting wildlife conservation or simply expressing admiration for animals and nature.

The seal emoji was approved in Unicode 13.0 and added in Emoji 13.0, see related proposal L2/19155