The Galapagos Sea Lion breeds primarily in the Galapagos Islands.
Although they are part of the eared seal family, they are not true seals. They are able to rotate their hind flipper under their pelvic girdle and they lack the long, finger-like claws of true seals.
Males weigh up to four times more than females and have a prominent hump on their forehead.
Females are generally a lighter shade of brown or grey fur and newborn pups are a beautiful chestnut brown.
Their streamlined bodies make them excellent hunters with sardines being their main prey and they can stay under water for over ten minutes.
They also spend a lot of time resting on beaches.
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