Northern Sea Lion [Eumetopias jubatus]
Description
Divers may spot these powerful, curious pinnipeds cruising near rocky coasts or kelp beds, often popping up to investigate bubbles and movement. With a sleek, muscular body and expressive whiskers, they sometimes approach divers briefly before slipping away with surprising speed.
Where To See Northern Sea Lion
No sighting locations recorded yet.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Fish, Sharks & Rays (plus Sea Turtles & Whales)
Chordata
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|---|---|
| Class |
Mammals
Mammalia
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| Order |
Carnivores
Carnivora
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| Family |
Eared Seals
Otariidae
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| Genus |
Northerns Sea Lions
Eumetopias
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