The California sea lion is a type of seal that lives in cool waters off the rocky coast of western North America. This marine mammal makes a roaring noise, barks, and honks. Sea lions are marine mammals that have long torpedo shaped bodies covered in short coarse hair. They are often confused with true seals, but there are many distinguishing characteristics that can dispel confusion between these two animals. Sea lions inhabit seacoasts, and are found principally in the higher latitudes of both hemispheres. Sea lions are much hunted for their skins and fur, and also for their oil, which in some species is very abundant.
The Sea Lion's flippers are much larger than those of the seal, and their hi
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