Southern elephant seal

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Elefante Marino del Sur

French Eléphant de mer Austral

German Südlicher See-Elefant

Similar Species in Mirounga

Northern elephant seal

Mirounga angustirostris

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Southern elephant seal?

The scientific name of Southern elephant seal is Mirounga leonina. It belongs to the genus Mirounga.

What is the conservation status of Southern elephant seal?

Southern elephant seal (Mirounga leonina) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Southern elephant seal live?

Southern elephant seal is found in Distributed across Colombia and Ecuador.. Countries include Colombia, Ecuador.

What family does Southern elephant seal belong to?

Southern elephant seal (Mirounga leonina) belongs to the genus Mirounga, which is part of the taxonomic family Phocidae.

Is Southern elephant seal endangered?

No, Southern elephant seal (Mirounga leonina) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Southern elephant seal belong to?

Southern elephant seal (Mirounga leonina) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (животные).

What are the closest relatives of Southern elephant seal?

The closest relatives of Southern elephant seal in the genus Mirounga include Northern elephant seal.