How deep does the Australian Sea Lion live?

The Australian Sea Lion (Neophoca cinerea) is typically found at 0–500 m.

How big does the Australian Sea Lion get?

The Australian Sea Lion grows to about 2.5 m.

Australian Sea Lion

Neophoca cinerea

Group: Seal
Typical depth: 0–500 m
Max size: 2.5 m
IUCN status: EN

The Australian sea lion hauls out on islands and mainland beaches and forages over the nearby continental shelf, diving to around 500 metres. It takes a broad menu of bottom prey, from fish, rays and small sharks to squid, cuttlefish and even penguins, and remains endangered.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Mammalia › Carnivora › Otariidae › Neophoca

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 255001.

FAQ

How deep does the Australian Sea Lion live?: The Australian Sea Lion (Neophoca cinerea) is typically found at 0–500 m.
How big does the Australian Sea Lion get?: The Australian Sea Lion grows to about 2.5 m.