This dataset contains GIS layers that depict the known spatial distributions (i.e., ranges) of the two subspecies of bearded seals (Erignathus barbatus). It was produced as part of a U.S. Endangered Species Act status review, which included delineating the species in question and assessing its risk of extinction within the foreseeable future throughout all or a significant portion of its range. Its boundaries are based on previously published range maps and/or descriptions of the species' distribution in published or unpublished accounts. All boundaries should be considered approximate. The approximate North American boundary between the two sub-species was changed to 130W (from 112W), based a re-analysis of the genetic data.Metadata accessed here:https://inport.nmfs.noaa.gov/inport/item/28177Data hosted on Socrata can be accessed here:https://noaa-fisheries-afsc.data.socrata.com/Species/Bearded-Seal-Distribution/sdea-4se2