Galapagos fur seal

Arctocephalus galapagoensis

Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests, flooded grasslands and savannas, and montane grasslands and shrublands, among 4 distinct biome types within the Neotropic biogeographic realm.

Distributed across Colombia and Ecuador. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇨🇴 Colombia 🇪🇨 Ecuador

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Species

Arctocephalus galapagoensis (Galapagos fur seal)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Lobo de dos pelos de Galápagos

French Arctocéphale des Galapagos

German Galapagos-Seebär

Similar Species in Arctocephalus

Antarctic fur seal

Arctocephalus gazella

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New Zealand fur seal

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South African fur seal

Arctocephalus pusillus

Least Concern

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Subantarctic fur seal

Arctocephalus tropicalis

Least Concern

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South American fur seal

Arctocephalus australis

Least Concern

Juan Fernandez fur seal

Arctocephalus philippii

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Galapagos fur seal?

The scientific name of Galapagos fur seal is Arctocephalus galapagoensis. It belongs to the genus Arctocephalus.

What is the conservation status of Galapagos fur seal?

Galapagos fur seal (Arctocephalus galapagoensis) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Galapagos fur seal live?

Galapagos fur seal is found in Distributed across Colombia and Ecuador. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Colombia, Ecuador.

What family does Galapagos fur seal belong to?

Galapagos fur seal (Arctocephalus galapagoensis) belongs to the genus Arctocephalus, which is part of the taxonomic family Otariidae.

Is Galapagos fur seal endangered?

Yes, Galapagos fur seal (Arctocephalus galapagoensis) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Galapagos fur seal belong to?

Galapagos fur seal (Arctocephalus galapagoensis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (حيوانات).

What are the closest relatives of Galapagos fur seal?

The closest relatives of Galapagos fur seal in the genus Arctocephalus include Antarctic fur seal, New Zealand fur seal, South African fur seal, Subantarctic fur seal, South American fur seal.