South African Fur Seal
Arctocephalus pusillus
- Group: Seal
- Typical depth: 200–200 m
- Max size: 2.3 m
- IUCN status: LC
One of the larger fur seals, the South African fur seal hauls out on rocky coasts but ranges far offshore to feed, diving after fish, squid and crustaceans. Big males can reach well over two metres and chase prey from the surface down through the mid water.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Mammalia › Carnivora › Otariidae › Arctocephalus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 231410.
FAQ
- How deep does the South African Fur Seal live?
- The South African Fur Seal (Arctocephalus pusillus) is typically found at 200–200 m.
- How big does the South African Fur Seal get?
- The South African Fur Seal grows to about 2.3 m.