A South African Fur Seal at the water surface cautiously looks around (00016590)

❮ South African Fur Seal at the Water Surface ❯
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Description: The South African Fur Seal (Arctocephalus pusillus) inhabits the rocky island of Geyser Rock near Dyer Island. With a colony of approximately 60,000 animals, they can safely stay in shallow waters near the island. However, their dives of up to 50 meters deep and five minutes underwater pose dangers from Great White Sharks. Learn more about the relationship between South African Fur Seals and Great White Sharks in this fascinating underwater world.

Location: Western Cape, , South Africa

Date of Capture: 01.08.2004