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The eared seals are what we know as sea lions and fur seals. These pinnipeds have a few characteristics that make them different from the true seals. California sea lion coat colors vary. Generally, adult males are chocolate brown, females and young males are tan, and pups are dark chocolate brown.

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California sea lions have a polygynous breeding pattern. From May to August, males establish territories and try to attract females with which to mate. Females are free to move in between territories, and are not coerced by males. Mothers nurse their pups in between foraging trips.

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At adulthood male sea lions will reach weights between 800-1000 pounds and lengths about  9-10 feet. An adult female will reach weights between 200-250 pounds and measure 6-7 feet in length.

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The California Sea Lion are carnivores which they eat; squid, herring, mackerel, sardines, and capelin. Although they have conical shaped teeth, including four canine teeth, they swallow their fish whole. Their teeth are primarily used for catching prey.

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AKA Zalophus californianus

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Here's a few fun facts on California Sea Lions

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Southern California is home to the California Sea Lion. These marine mammals are adapted incredibly well to a life under the water. This video briefly explains some of those adaptations. For more info check out the following links for some amazing facts about these animals. http://www.seaworld.org/animal-info/info-books/california-sea-lion/index.htm http://shutterbug.ucsc.edu/sealion/albums.php

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The California sea Lion is the fastest sea lion and seal. These eared seals top out at speeds of some 13 miles an hour. Sea lions gain speed by porpoising, gliding on the water's surface to minimize resistance.