New Zealand fur seal

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (حيوانات)

Phylum

Chordata (حبليات)

Class

Mammalia (ثدييات)

Order

Carnivora (لواحم)

Family

Otariidae

Genus

Arctocephalus

Species

Arctocephalus forsteri (New Zealand fur seal)

Names in Other Languages

German Australischer Seebär

Similar Species in Arctocephalus

Antarctic fur seal

Arctocephalus gazella

Least Concern

Galapagos fur seal

Arctocephalus galapagoensis

Endangered

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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 New Zealand fur seal?

The scientific name of New Zealand fur seal is Arctocephalus forsteri. It belongs to the genus Arctocephalus.

What is the conservation status of New Zealand fur seal?

New Zealand fur seal (Arctocephalus forsteri) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

What family does New Zealand fur seal belong to?

New Zealand fur seal (Arctocephalus forsteri) belongs to the genus Arctocephalus, which is part of the taxonomic family Otariidae.

Is New Zealand fur seal endangered?

No, New Zealand fur seal (Arctocephalus forsteri) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does New Zealand fur seal belong to?

New Zealand fur seal (Arctocephalus forsteri) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (حيوانات).

What are the closest relatives of New Zealand fur seal?

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