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Australian sea lion

Australian sea lion
Photo: Cody Pope · CC BY-SA 2.5 (via Wikimedia Commons)

The Australian sea lion (Neophoca cinerea) is an omnivorous mammal native to Oceania.

The Australian sea lion, also known as the Australian sea-lion or Australian sealion, is a species of sea lion that is the only endemic pinniped in Australia. It is currently monotypic in the genus Neophoca, with the extinct Pleistocene New Zealand sea lion Neophoca palatina the only known congener. — Wikipedia

Scientific name
Neophoca cinerea
Class
Mammal
Family / order
Otariidae
Diet
Omnivore
Habitat
Marine
Found in
Oceania
Weight
189 kg
Length
1.8 m
Lifespan
24.1 years
Activity
Diurnal
Conservation status
Endangered

What does an Australian sea lion eat?

The australian sea lion is an omnivore, eating both plants and animals.

How big is an Australian sea lion?

The australian sea lion weighs around 189 kg and measures about 1.8 m.

How long do Australian sea lions live?

In the wild, the australian sea lion can live up to about 24.1 years.

Where do Australian sea lions live?

Australian sea lions are found in Oceania, in marine habitats.

Is the australian sea lion endangered?

The australian sea lion is currently listed as “Endangered” on the IUCN Red List.

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