Seals are marine mammals, just like whales. Whales are predators, but they have different diets depending on their species. Here's a breakdown:
* Baleen whales (like humpbacks and blue whales) eat krill, plankton, and small fish by filtering them out of the water.
* Toothed whales (like dolphins, orcas, and sperm whales) eat a wider variety of prey, including fish, squid, and other marine mammals.
While some toothed whales might prey on smaller seals, this is not a common or typical part of their diet.