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Panorama: Galápagos Sea Lions
| Title | Info |
|---|---|
| Scientific name | Zalophus wollebaeki |
| Taxonomic group | Otariidae |
| Source | Dan L. Perlman |
| Ecosystems | Wetlands, aquatic |
| Wetlands and aquatic | Oceans, seas |
| Selection and adaptations | Selection |
| Behavior | Territorial; Mating; Social |
| Animals | Mammals |
| Lessons | Panoramas |
| Date | March 15, 2010 |
| Location | Española Island,Galápagos Islands,Ecuador,South America |
The Galápagos Islands are home to many endemic species (species that are found nowhere else in the world), such as the well-known Darwin's finches and giant tortoises. Other species, such as these Galápagos sea lions, Zalophus wollebaeki, are nearly endemic and only found in small numbers outside of the archipelago. These impressive mammals live in harems, with a single male "beach-master" attempting to monopolize the reproductive efforts of numerous females.
