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Zalophus wollebaeki
found on the island of Santiago of Galapagos Slightly smaller than their Californian relatives, Galápagos sea lions range from 150 to 250 cm (59 to 98 in) in length and weigh between 50 to 400 kg (110 to 880 lb), with the males averaging larger than females. Adult males also tend to have a thicker, more robust neck, chest, and shoulders in comparison to their slender abdomen. Females are somewhat opposite males, with a longer, more slender neck and thick torso. Once sexually mature, a male’s sagittal crest enlarges, forming a small, characteristic bump-like projection on their forehead. Galápagos sea lions, compared to California sea lions, have a slightly smaller sagittal crest and a shorter muzzle. Adult females and juveniles lack this physical characteristic altogether with a nearly flat head and little or no forehead.
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Your cool! Just saying! ;)
katmc2020: thanks for all your nice comments. I try to improve my shots by taking workshops...this particular one is in Ecuador & Galapagos with www.trogontours.com
Nice have seen your pics before and I just started! You took a lot of pics in different places do you travel a lot?