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Two Galapagos Sea Lions Barking

In Images by Matt Shetzer

Two Galapagos Sea Lions Barking

Is this an argument, or choir practice? It’s hard to tell sometimes with Galápagos sea lions.

These aquatic mammals are capable of sophisticated vocalizations, which sound a little like a dog’s bark to human ears. Each Galápagos sea lion’s bark is unique enough that its mother can pick it out of a crowd of dozens.

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Two Galapagos Sea Lions Barking was last modified: June 1st, 2020 by Matt Shetzer