🌿Native Nature

California Sea Lion

Zalophus californianus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Mammalia ›Order: Carnivora ›Family: Otariidae ›Genus: Zalophus

About

The California sea lion (Zalophus californianus) is a coastal eared seal native to western North America. It is one of six species of sea lion. Its natural habitat ranges from southeast Alaska to central Mexico, including the Gulf of California. Sea lions are sexually dimorphic; males are larger than females, and have a thicker neck and protruding crest. They mainly haul-out on sandy or rocky beaches, but they also frequent manmade environments such as marinas and...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of California Sea Lion?
The scientific name of California Sea Lion is Zalophus californianus.
What kingdom does California Sea Lion belong to?
California Sea Lion belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does California Sea Lion belong to?
California Sea Lion belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does California Sea Lion belong to?
California Sea Lion belongs to the class Mammalia.
What order does California Sea Lion belong to?
California Sea Lion belongs to the order Carnivora.
What family does California Sea Lion belong to?
California Sea Lion belongs to the family Otariidae.
What genus does California Sea Lion belong to?
California Sea Lion belongs to the genus Zalophus.