Eumetopias jubatus

  • Steller sea lion
  • Stellersche Seelöwe
  • Lion de mer de Steller
  • León marino de Steller

Distribution

    Environment and movement of the diurnal species

    • The animal frequents the coastal zone
    • The species can be found between and 310 Meters.
    • Uncommon Species

    General behaviour of the species

    • Species generally living in a group
    • The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard

    General characteristics of the species

    • Maximum size : 325 cm
    • Maximum age known : 30 year(s)
    • Sexual maturity : 3 year(s)
    • Time of apnea : 8 mns
    • The animal is a hunter high in the food chain.
    • Diet : Fishes -

    Relationship with humans

    • The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest
    • The species is classified asVulnerable