Sea Lions Mating. This page details some of the newly discovered disconnects between the traditional model of the california sea lion mating system (described on the what we thought page) and what actually happens in sea lion colonies. Males will often exhibit a wide range of.
Pinnipeds (seals and sea lions) exhibit a variety of mating strategies which range from monogamy (e.g., largha seal, phoca largha) to strong polygyny (e.g.,. At the onset of the breeding season, male california sea lions establish breeding territories.
(Image Copyright Chris Grossman) California Sea Lions Have A Classic Polygynous.
Maximum dive depth they can dive to a maximum of about 900.
By Understanding The Various Mating Systems Observed In Sea Lions, We Can Gain Insights Into Their Evolutionary History, Conservation Management, And Population.
California sea lions dive, on average, to depths of 66 feet (20m) to 164 feet (50m) (feldkamp et al., 1989).
Mating Behavior In Sea Lions Is Not Well Understood And Can Be Quite Unpredictable.
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New study on mating behaviors offers clues into the evolution of attraction.
This Page Details Some Of The Newly Discovered Disconnects Between The Traditional Model Of The California Sea Lion Mating System (Described On The What We Thought Page) And What Actually Happens In Sea Lion Colonies.
Territorial behavior in males is strongly correlated to mating behavior.