Galápagos Sea Lion (Zalophus wollebaeki) — Endangered Mammalia

Galápagos Sea Lion

Zalophus wollebaeki

Conservation Status

Endangered

Mammalia · Carnivora · Otariidae

About

The Galápagos sea lion is a species of sea lion that lives and breeds on the Galápagos Islands and, in smaller numbers, on Isla de la Plata (Ecuador). They are the smallest sea lion species.

Fun Fact

They are the smallest sea lion species.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

Diet of Galapagos sea lions is limited, it is known that they are carnivores that feed mostly on sardines.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Loss
  • Poaching and Hunting
  • Human-Wildlife Conflict
  • Disease

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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