Antarctic fur seal

Arctocephalus gazella

Least Concern

About

The Antarctic fur seal (Arctocephalus gazella) is a species in the genus Arctocephalus. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (สัตว์)

Phylum

Chordata (สัตว์มีแกนสันหลัง)

Class

Mammalia (สัตว์เลี้ยงลูกด้วยน้ำนม)

Order

Carnivora (สัตว์กินเนื้อ)

Species

Arctocephalus gazella (Antarctic fur seal)

Names in Other Languages

French Arctocéphale de Kerguelen

German Kerguelen-Seebär

Similar Species in Arctocephalus

New Zealand fur seal

Arctocephalus forsteri

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 Antarctic fur seal?

The scientific name of Antarctic fur seal is Arctocephalus gazella. It belongs to the genus Arctocephalus.

What is the conservation status of Antarctic fur seal?

Antarctic fur seal (Arctocephalus gazella) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Antarctic fur seal belong to?

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

Is Antarctic fur seal endangered?

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

What kingdom does Antarctic fur seal belong to?

Antarctic fur seal (Arctocephalus gazella) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).

What are the closest relatives of Antarctic fur seal?

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