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Where can I see the New Zealand Fur Seal

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The New Zealand Fur Seal is found in the southern hemisphere and is known for its thick, dark fur.

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These seals live in coastal areas and spend a lot of time in the water. They are very agile and can move quickly through the water to catch prey.

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New Zealand Fur Seals have a wide variety of prey that they eat, including fish, squid, and crustaceans.

200,000

Population

Least Concern (LC)

IUCN Classification

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Geeky Facts about the New Zealand Fur Seal

Fact 1

Contrary to their name, they can also be found in some parts of Australia.

Fact 2

The Māori name for the fur seal is “kekeno”, which means “look-arounds”.

Fact 3

They can be distinguished from sea lions by their pointy nose and smaller size.

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