Zalophus californianus

Description

Adult male Steller sea lions are mostly dark brown in color, with lighter belly and side coloring; adult females are generally dark brown. Both sexes have black flippers that are coated with short black stubble. A fully grown male may be up to 7.75 feet long and weigh 860 pounds; males are larger than females.

California sea lions have a blackish brown coat that is shed at the first month and replaced with a light brown coat. The adult coat appears at four to five months.

Distribution and Habitat

Steller Sea Lions are usually found along coastlines, but may be seen