Difference Between Seals And Sea Lions
Difference Between Seals And Sea Lions
By Claire Miles - November 1, 2021
Despite some similarities in their appearances, seals and sea lions are completely different animals. Both comprise the taxonomical suborder of pinnipeds, which includes seals, sea lions, and walruses, but they constitute different taxonomical families – sea lions are part of the family Otariidae while seals are members of the family Phocidae.
Table SummarySealSea LionShort front flippersLong flippersEarhole without flapEar with flapsFurNo furQuieterNoisierGetty Images / Moment / David Martin