What’s the difference between a seal and a sea lion? Explained.![]()
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😌 Seals look like they’re politely asking for a fishy snack, while sea lions look like they’re silently judging your buoyancy control. But scientifically speaking:![]()
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1️⃣ 👂 Sea lions have visible ear flaps, while seals only have small ear holes — no external flaps.![]()
2️⃣ 🧜♂️ Sea lions can walk on land using their large front flippers. Seals? They do the adorable belly wiggle (or “galumph”).![]()
3️⃣ 🗣️ Sea lions are loud, barky, and social. Seals are the quiet introverts of the pinniped world.![]()
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💙 Now you can tell the difference next time you spot one lounging around the docks or out on a dive!![]()
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P.S. The word pinniped means “fin-footed” in Latin — which makes sense for these flippered friends!![]()
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