| Latin Name |
Arctocephalus galapagoensis |
| Conservation Status |
Vulnerable |
| Location
| Galapagos Islands |
| Colour |
Brown/Grey |
| Length |
1.2 - 1.5 m (3.9 - 4.9 ft) |
| Weight |
22 - 65 Kgs (48 - 143 lbs) |
| Life Expectancy |
- Yrs |
Main Characteristics
Galapagos Fur Seals have a body length between 1.2 and 1.5 m (3.9 - 4.9 ft) and they weigh between 22 and 65 kgs (48 - 143 lbs). They are grey/brown in colour and they have a short, pointed snout.
Habitat
Galapagos Fur Seals can be found on the Galapagos Islands
Diet
Galapagos Fur Seals feed on fish, octopus and squid.
Breeding
Galapagos Fur Seals have a gestation period of 11 - 12 months, which includes a 4 - 5 month period of delayed implantation, and they give birth to a single pup. The pup remains with its mother for 1 - 3 years and they reach sexual maturity at around 5 years of age.
Predators
Predators of Galapagos Fur Seals are sharks and killer whales.
Interesting Facts
Galapagos Fur Seals are the smallest pinniped.
They are the only fur seal to breed in tropical waters.
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