Leon Marino de Galápagos

Zalophus wollebaeki

Endangered

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Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests, flooded grasslands and savannas, and deserts and xeric shrublands 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

Carnivora (carnívoros)

Species

Zalophus wollebaeki (Leon Marino de Galápagos)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Leon Marino de Galápagos

German Galápagos Seelöwe

Similar Species in Zalophus

Lobo-marino californiano

Zalophus californianus

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Leon Marino de Galápagos?

The scientific name of Leon Marino de Galápagos is Zalophus wollebaeki. It belongs to the genus Zalophus.

What is the conservation status of Leon Marino de Galápagos?

Leon Marino de Galápagos (Zalophus wollebaeki) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Leon Marino de Galápagos live?

Leon Marino de Galápagos 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 Leon Marino de Galápagos belong to?

Leon Marino de Galápagos (Zalophus wollebaeki) belongs to the genus Zalophus, which is part of the taxonomic family Otariidae.

Is Leon Marino de Galápagos endangered?

Yes, Leon Marino de Galápagos (Zalophus wollebaeki) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Leon Marino de Galápagos belong to?

Leon Marino de Galápagos (Zalophus wollebaeki) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Leon Marino de Galápagos?

The closest relatives of Leon Marino de Galápagos in the genus Zalophus include Lobo-marino californiano.