Are sea lions nocturnal?
Sea lions can sleep up to 12 hours at a time. They can also stay underwater for days at a time before coming up for air. They are thigmotactic, meaning they love to lie all over each other — their natural state on K-Dock. And they love to nuzzle each other.
Are Galapagos sea lions dangerous?
Although Galapagos sea lions are very cute, they can be very dangerous and territorial, especially around mating season. On land, the sea lions will use their front and back flippers like feet and drag themselves around.
Does the Galapagos have seals or sea lions?
Galapagos sea lions can be seen everywhere within the Archipelago, whereas fur seals are most likely to be seen by tourists around Isabela and Fernandina islands.
Are there sea lions in the Galapagos Islands?
As their name suggests, Galápagos sea lions primarily breed in the Galápagos Islands, though breeding colonies can also be found on Isla de la Plata just off mainland Ecuador.
How long do Galapagos sea lions live?
The age of maturity for Galápagos sea lions is about 4–5 years. The life span is estimated to be 15–24 years.
How deep can Galapagos sea lions dive?
around 350 metres
Do lion seals eat penguins?
There are two natural groups of seals, true (earless) seals and fur seals which have small flaps over their ears, and are related to sea-lions. Seals are carnivorous and, depending on species, eat fish, squid or krill. The leopard seal will also eat penguins and other seals.
How long can Galapagos sea lions stay underwater?
8 to 20 minutes
How do Galapagos sea lions defend themselves?
Their biggest defense to this is to get to the edge of the water and onto land. Sometimes these predators can jump up and still capture them though if they don’t move far enough away from the edge of the water.
What animal preys on sea lions?
Penguins
Do sea lions attack humans?
Sea lion attacks on humans are rare, but when humans come within approximately 2.5 meters (8 ft), it can be very unsafe. In a highly unusual attack in 2007 in Western Australia, a sea lion leapt from the water and seriously mauled a 13-year-old girl surfing behind a speedboat.