Bronx Zoo in Bronx County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
A Delicate Web of Life
The health of the world's sea lion population is linked to the overall health of our oceans.
California Sea Lion
Zalophus californianus
Range: British Columbia to Gulf of California coastline
Habitat: rocky shorelines, kelp beds, bays, harbors, sandy beaches
Diet: anchovies, squid, sardines, mackerel, rockfish, crabs
Gestation: Just over 11 months
Offspring: usually 1 pup
You can help
sea lions, the ocean, and yourself by choosing fish from healthy, thriving fisheries, and avoiding fish caught by methods that harm other animals.
Find out more at www.wcs.org/takeaction
Over a Century of Sea Lions
One of the first animals acquired by the Zoo in 1899, sea lions have lived here ever since.
Erected by Wildlife Conservation Society.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Animals • Environment • Waterways & Vessels. A significant historical year for this entry is 1899.
Location. 40° 51.183′ N, 73° 52.689′ W. Marker is in Bronx, New York, in Bronx County. It is in Bronx Zoo. Marker can be reached from Bronx Park Road south of East Fordham
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Outstanding Partnership (a few steps from this marker); Astor Court: An Enduring Monument to Conservation (within shouting distance of this marker); a different marker also named A Delicate Web of Life (within shouting distance of this marker); State-of-the-art for the 21st Century (within shouting distance of this marker); To Make a Building Green (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); A Conservation Success Story (about 400 feet away); Saved From Extinction (about 400 feet away); Père David's Deer (about 400 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Bronx.
Credits. This page was last revised on February 17, 2023. It was originally submitted on March 10, 2022, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 88 times since then and 9 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on March 10, 2022, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
