The Guadalupe Fur Seal is a medium-sized pinniped with a thick fur coat and a distinctive face. It is known for its limited range, primarily found around the islands off the coast of Baja California.
Habitat
Coastal rocky shores and islands.
Diet
Feeds on fish and squid.
How common
Very rare
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