The Steller Sea Lion is native to the waters of the North Pacific besides being the largest in the family Otariidae. Apart from being larger, Steller sea lions or Northern sea lions show a boxy bear-like head, blunt face, and lighter skin color. Males have a heavy physique, thick neck, wider chest, larger and broader foreheads. These animals are skilled opportunistic predators and love to gather on an isolated island when they are out of water. Steller sea lions are social with the males being three times larger than the females. These creatures also apply a wide range of vocalization in communication and can spend a longer time submerged in water.
Steller Sea Lions have a total length between 7.5’-10.67’ (2.3-3.25 m), body height of 24.4”-37.4” (62-95 cm), and width of 23.6”-39.4” (60-100 cm). The typical weight of the Steller Sea Lion is in the range of 529-2,470 lb (240-1,120 kg). Steller Sea Lions have lifespans between 14-33 years. The sizes of Steller Sea Lions differ greatly between genders.
The Steller Sea Lion is native to the waters of the North Pacific besides being the largest in the family Otariidae. Apart from being larger, Steller sea lions or Northern sea lions show a boxy bear-like head, blunt face, and lighter skin color. Males have a heavy physique, thick neck, wider chest, larger and broader foreheads. These animals are skilled opportunistic predators and love to gather on an isolated island when they are out of water. Steller sea lions are social with the males being three times larger than the females. These creatures also apply a wide range of vocalization in communication and can spend a longer time submerged in water.
Steller Sea Lions have a total length between 7.5’-10.67’ (2.3-3.25 m), body height of 24.4”-37.4” (62-95 cm), and width of 23.6”-39.4” (60-100 cm). The typical weight of the Steller Sea Lion is in the range of 529-2,470 lb (240-1,120 kg). Steller Sea Lions have lifespans between 14-33 years. The sizes of Steller Sea Lions differ greatly between genders.
