Galapagos sea lion

Zalophus wollebaeki

Endangered

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

Mammalia (млекопитающие)

Species

Zalophus wollebaeki (Galapagos sea lion)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Leon Marino de Galápagos

German Galápagos Seelöwe

Similar Species in Zalophus

California sea lion

Zalophus californianus

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Galapagos sea lion?

The scientific name of Galapagos sea lion is Zalophus wollebaeki. It belongs to the genus Zalophus.

What is the conservation status of Galapagos sea lion?

Galapagos sea lion (Zalophus wollebaeki) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Galapagos sea lion live?

Galapagos sea lion 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 sea lion belong to?

Galapagos sea lion (Zalophus wollebaeki) belongs to the genus Zalophus, which is part of the taxonomic family Otariidae.

Is Galapagos sea lion endangered?

Yes, Galapagos sea lion (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 Galapagos sea lion belong to?

Galapagos sea lion (Zalophus wollebaeki) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (животные).

What are the closest relatives of Galapagos sea lion?

The closest relatives of Galapagos sea lion in the genus Zalophus include California sea lion.