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Global Animal Guide

Where Do Sea Lions Live?

Quick answer

Sea Lions are native to North America. The Pacific coast of North America from British Columbia to central Mexico, including the Gulf of California.

By the Global Animal Guide editorial team Last reviewed How we research & review

Native range

The Pacific coast of North America from British Columbia to central Mexico, including the Gulf of California.

Continents

- North America

- Oceans

Habitat notes

The California sea lion is a fast, social swimmer that barks loudly and lives in coastal colonies. Males can weigh up to about 390 kg (860 lb) and live 20 to 30 years

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.

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