Predation
When in danger, Galapagos sea lions flee from the water, seeking safety on on shore (Barlow, 1974). Sea lion pups risk predation from feral, wild dogs, which are capable of transmitting diseases to the sea lion population. Killer whales and sharks prey on sea lions; those sea lions that escape are often left with with scars and other injuries (Halpin et al., 2009).
Known Predators:
- Sharks
- Killer whales Orcinus orca
- Dogs Canis lupus familiaris
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