South African fur seal

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)

Family

Otariidae

Genus

Arctocephalus

Species

Arctocephalus pusillus (South African fur seal)

Names in Other Languages

French Arctocéphale d'Afrique du Sud

German Südafrikanischer Seebär

Similar Species in Arctocephalus

Antarctic fur seal

Arctocephalus gazella

Least Concern

New Zealand fur seal

Arctocephalus forsteri

Least Concern

Galapagos fur seal

Arctocephalus galapagoensis

Endangered

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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 South African fur seal?

The scientific name of South African fur seal is Arctocephalus pusillus. It belongs to the genus Arctocephalus.

What is the conservation status of South African fur seal?

South African fur seal (Arctocephalus pusillus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

What family does South African fur seal belong to?

South African fur seal (Arctocephalus pusillus) belongs to the genus Arctocephalus, which is part of the taxonomic family Otariidae.

Is South African fur seal endangered?

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

What kingdom does South African fur seal belong to?

South African fur seal (Arctocephalus pusillus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).

What are the closest relatives of South African fur seal?

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