Quick answer
Wild sea lions typically live around 28 years, though predation, food supply, and habitat quality shift the average.
Lifespan in the wild
Most sea lions reach roughly 28 years under natural conditions.
Factors affecting longevity
Disease, predators, and human pressures all shape survival.
In protected areas
Populations in well-managed reserves often fare better than those in fragmented habitat.
FAQs
Where can I learn more about the sea lion?
See our full sea lion profile for habitat, diet, and conservation status.
Where do these facts come from?
Researched from IUCN Red List data and our editorial sea lion species profile.