Females arrive at rookery mainly in June, with some arriving as late as early August. Pups are born 2-3 days after pregnant females arrive. Pupping peaks about July 15, usually ends about August 1. Mating occurs 4-7 days after single pup is born. In the Pribilofs, pups are weaned in October and November, about 125 days after birth; young go to sea soon afterward. Females sexually mature usually at 4-5 years, few males breed before they are 8-9 years old. In a given year, about 57% of adult females give birth. Few males breed in more than 2 seasons. Maximum longevity about 26 years. Male territory may contain from less than 10 to about 100 females.