Marine mammal that makes barking sounds

Barking Up the Right Tree: A Marine Mammal Crossword Clue

Ah, the joy of a good crossword puzzle! That satisfying click of the pen as you fill in a tricky clue, the sense of accomplishment when you finally decipher a particularly stubborn word… But sometimes, even the most seasoned crossword solver can be stumped.

This week’s puzzle threw me for a loop with a particularly cryptic clue that sent me on a deep dive into the world of marine mammals. It was a simple phrase, “Marine mammal that makes barking sounds,” but it left me scratching my head.

My initial thought was to go with the obvious – the

seal

. After all, they are known for their playful barks and calls. But something felt off. The clue seemed to be hinting at something a bit more specific, something that lurks deeper in the ocean’s vastness.

I turned to my trusty dictionary and online resources, scanning through the different species of marine mammals. I considered the

sea lion

, their booming roars often mistaken for barks. But again, it didn’t quite fit the clue’s intention.

The puzzle was beginning to feel like a real challenge. I needed to think outside the box, or rather, outside the familiar waters of common marine mammals.

That’s when I realized the clue was looking for something unique, something that truly embodies the sound of a bark.

Do you have any ideas? Let’s solve this crossword conundrum together!

Available Answers:

Seal.

Last seen on the crossword puzzle: Daily Celebrity Crossword – 8/20/24 TV Tuesday