| Latin Name |
Zalophus californianus |
| Conservation Status |
Least Concern |
| Location
| West Coast of North America |
| Colour |
Brown or Tan |
| Length |
Up to 2.4 m (7.75 ft) |
| Weight |
110 - 390 Kgs (240 - 860 lbs) |
| Life Expectancy |
Up to 17 Yrs (Wild)
Up to 30 Yrs (in Captivity) |
Main Characteristics
California Sea Lions have a body length up to 2.4 m (7.75 ft) and they weigh between 110 and 390 kgs (240 - 860 lbs). They are brown or tan in colour and they have pointed muzzle. Males are significantly larger than females and they develop a large crest of bone on the top of their head as they reach maturity.
Habitat
California Sea Lions can be found in the North Pacific Ocean along the west coast of North America.
Diet
California Sea Lions mainly feed on fish, such as herring, and squid.
Breeding
After a gestation period of 11 months, California Sea Lions give birth to a single pup. They are weaned at 6 - 12 months old and they reach sexual maturity at 4 - 5 years of age.
Predators
Predators of California Sea Lions include great white sharks, bull sharks and killer whales.
Interesting Facts
California Sea Lions are the species of sea lion that usually performs in circuses, zoos and marine parks.
California Sea Lions are used by the US Navy for certain military operations.
California Sea Lions are also known as:
Californian Sea Lion
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