#seals — Instagram Hashtag Analysis

With 2.0M total posts and 346 new posts daily, #seals is a very high-competition hashtag (score: 100/100). Average posts get 1.1K likes and 11 comments.

Popular Hashtags for #seals

Hashtag	Posts	Daily	Avg Likes	Competition	Reach
#seal	2.0M	346	1.1K	100	52
#sealsofinstagram	190.2K	44	678	38	29
#sealpup	124.1K	50	1.2K	41	46
#animals	105.7M	6.5K	580	100	31
#sealotd	50.0K	11	1.1K	10	38

Related Hashtags to #seals

Hashtag	Posts	Daily	Avg Likes	Competition	Reach
#babyseal	139.0K	18	4.2K	17	53
#cuteanimals	13.8M	1.3K	638	100	42
#pinnipeds	75.8K	13	920	12	38
#dailyseal	53.5K	13	1.1K	11	51
#babyanimals	2.4M	261	1.1K	100	59

Similar Hashtags to #seals

Hashtag	Posts	Daily	Avg Likes	Competition	Reach
#navyseals	718.5K	35	2.1K	44	55
#sealsofinstagram	190.2K	44	678	38	29
#waxsealstamp	247.1K	40	1.0K	36	66
#waxseals	187.6K	33	852	30	53
#elephantseals	135.9K	11	2.9K	12	59

Hashtag Cloud

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How to Use #seals on Instagram

Mix with niche hashtags — #seals has very high competition. Combine it with smaller, more specific hashtags to improve your visibility.
Use 5-15 hashtags per post — Include #seals alongside related tags for the best reach. Don't just use one hashtag.
Combine with related hashtags — Try pairing #seals with #babyseal, #cuteanimals, #pinnipeds for a well-rounded hashtag set.
Check for banned hashtags — Always verify your hashtags are safe before posting. Use the IQHashtags Banned Hashtag Checker.

Frequently Asked Questions

How popular is #seals on Instagram?

#seals has 2.0M total posts on Instagram with approximately 346 new posts added daily. The average post using #seals receives 1.1K likes and 11 comments.

Is #seals a good hashtag to use?

#seals has a competition score of 100/100 (very high) and a reach score of 52/100. This is a competitive hashtag — best used alongside smaller, niche-specific tags.

What hashtags go well with #seals?

The best hashtags to use with #seals include: #babyseal, #cuteanimals, #pinnipeds, #dailyseal, #babyanimals. Using a mix of related hashtags helps you reach a wider audience while staying relevant to your content.

Editorial transparency: This article was drafted with AI assistance using IQ Hashtags' internal platform data and research, then reviewed and edited for accuracy by Ewa Suwińska, Editorial Lead at IQ Hashtags. Last reviewed: 2026-06-04. Learn about our editorial process →

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