California Sea Lion
Zalophus californianus
California sea lions live along rocky coasts, sandy beaches, harbors, and offshore islands of the eastern North Pacific. They are agile marine predators that chase fish, squid, and schooling prey with fast turns powered by long foreflippers. On land they haul out to rest, breed, and defend space with postures, bites, shoves, and loud barks. A notable trait is their exceptional trainability and problem-solving ability, supported by keen hearing both in air and underwater.
- Type
- Water
- Conservation status
- LC
Growth chain
- California Sea Lion Pup
- California Sea Lion