sea lion

Definition of sea lion

: any of several Pacific eared seals (such as genera Eumetopias and Zalophus) that are usually larger than the related fur seals and lack a thick underfur

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Recent Examples on the Web Today, the Navy trains about 30 dolphins and 30 sea lions at Naval Base Point Loma, San Diego to track sea mines. — Andrew Daniels, Popular Mechanics, "Does Iran Have Secret Armed Dolphin Assassins?," 13 Jan. 2020 Taylor was instrumental in getting sea lions protected in New South Wales in 1971. — Esan Swan, CNN, "She filmed sharks for 'Jaws' -- then she dedicated her life to protecting them," 25 Nov. 2019 SeaWorld's Jody Westberg expects to release sea lions early next year and is dreading what could happen next. — Jonathan Vigliotti, CBS News, "Pacific Ocean "blob" harming marine life made worse by climate change," 16 Sep. 2019 Humpback whales are filter-feeding animals who have no interest in consuming sea lions. — Cnn.com Wire Service, The Mercury News, "A rare photograph shows a sea lion trapped in the mouth of a humpback whale," 30 July 2019 The main attraction here is the wildlife, so pack a pair of binoculars and prepare to explore a nearly undisturbed corner of the world, packed with birds, turtles, sea lions, and more. — Claire Trageser, Travel + Leisure, "The 50 Best Romantic Getaways," 28 Apr. 2020 Humpbacks have been observed protecting seals, sea lions, and other whale species from the predators. — National Geographic, "Parrots help others in need, study shows for first time," 10 Jan. 2020 Department officials said there are several California and Steller sea lions at Willamette Falls. — oregonlive, "Bill Monroe: Oregon fishing, hunting to return almost to normal next week," 1 May 2020 The tegu flicks its tongue, and the sea lion keeps turning its head to look at the creature. — Nora Mcgreevy, Smithsonian Magazine, "Animals Are Taking Adorable Field Trips During Quarantine," 11 Apr. 2020

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“Sea lion.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sea%20lion. Accessed 13 Jul. 2020.

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