Subantarctic Fur Seal

Arctocephalus tropicalis

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Carnivora · Otariidae

About

The subantarctic fur seal is a species of arctocephaline found in the southern parts of the Indian, Pacific, and Atlantic Oceans. It was first described by Gray in 1872 from a specimen recovered in northern Australia—hence the inappropriate specific name tropicalis.

Fun Fact

The largest known breeding colonies are on Gough Island, in the South Atlantic, and Île Amsterdam, in the southern reaches of the Indian Ocean.

Quick Facts

Habitat

More northerly (subantarctic

Diet

Prey can include crustaceans, and occasionally rockhopper penguins and other seabirds.

Lifespan

20–25 years

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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