New Zealand Fur Seal ( Arctocephalus forsteri) 5 January 2017. North East Island, Snares, Southland, NZ
![]() ![]() This is a female or immature. This species is sometimes called Long-nosed Fur Seal, especially when applied to Australian populations. Distinguished from other Fur Seals by its long straight snout, buffy face and cream-colored whiskers. They were hunted to the verge of extinction in the late 18th and early 19th centuries, but the population has rebounded and the species is currently listed as "least concern" by IUCN. Canon PowerShot SX50 HS. References: Chilvers, B.L. & Goldsworthy, S.D. 2015. Arctocephalus forsteri. The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species 2015: e.T41664A45230026. http://dx.doi.org/10.2305/IUCN.UK.2015-2.RLTS.T41664A45230026.en. Downloaded on 01 March 2017. Shirihai, H. (2007) A Complete Guide to Antarctic Wildlife. The Birds and Marine Mammals of the Antarctic Continent and the Southern Ocean. 2nd edition. A&C Black, London. |