Galápagos Sea Lion
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    Galápagos Sea Lion

    Zalophus wollebaeki

    Marine & Freshwater
    Endangered

    Quick Facts

    Dietfish, Octopoda, Sardina pilchardus, yellowfin tuna, Myctophidae

    Facts sourced from Wikidata (CC0).

    Best Months to Spot

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    Most sightings recorded in Mar, May, Jun, Aug. Data from GBIF - a global database of verified wildlife observations by researchers and citizen scientists.

    Conservation Status

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    EN - EndangeredDecreasing population

    Faces a very high risk of extinction in the wild.

    Galápagos sea lions face threats from climate change impacting food availability, bycatch in fishing gear, and disease. Conservation efforts include monitoring populations, managing fisheries, and protecting their habitat. Responsible tourism helps by funding conservation initiatives and raising awareness, while strict guidelines minimize disturbance to these animals.

    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.

    Description adapted from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0.

    Where to Find

    Top parks for Galápagos Sea Lion. Sightings recorded in 2 safari areas total.

    ● Common (500+ sightings)● Occasional (50-499)● Rare (<50)
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