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South American sea lion

South American sea lion
Photo: Vincent Desjardins · CC BY 2.0 (via Wikimedia Commons)

The South American sea lion (Otaria flavescens) is an omnivorous mammal.

The South American sea lion, also called the southern sea lion and the Patagonian sea lion, is a sea lion found on the western and southeastern coasts of South America. It is the only member of the genus Otaria. — Wikipedia

Scientific name
Otaria flavescens
Class
Mammal
Family / order
Otariidae
Diet
Omnivore
Habitat
Marine
Weight
194 kg
Length
2.1 m
Lifespan
29 years

What does a South American sea lion eat?

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

How big is a South American sea lion?

The south american sea lion weighs around 194 kg and measures about 2.1 m.

How long do South American sea lions live?

In the wild, the south american sea lion can live up to about 29 years.

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