South American Fur Seal
Arctocephalus australis
This fur seal breeds along South American coasts and feeds on fish, squid and other marine prey. Females are smaller and more slender than adult males; both have external ear flaps and dense underfur. Specialist zoos and aquariums provide treated swimming pools and dry resting areas, with managed breeding groups. Females bear live pups ashore. CITES Appendix II applies. US take and import are regulated by the Marine Mammal Protection Act.
Colors: Wild Type
