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Dictionary of Nature

Several facts about "Southern Sea Lions" (Otaria flavescens):

1. Males have a large head and prominent mane;

2. They mainly feed on fish and haul out on sand, gravel, rocky, or pebble beaches;

3. Locally, it is known by several names, including león marino (sea lion) and lobo marino (sea wolf);

4. Males measure up to 3 m (9.8 ft) in length with a weight of 350 kg (770 lb) while females reach a length 2 m (6 ft 7 in) and reach 150 kg (330 lb) in weight.

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Uploaded on December 17, 2024
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