Is Galápagos Sea Lion Pupping Season happening right now?
As of today, out of season, returns ~July. Earth Exhibit tracks the live conditions and flags it the moment it is on.
Galápagos sea lions (Zalophus wollebaeki) exhibit a prolonged breeding season from May to January, with peak pupping occurring between August and November.
During this period, visitors can observe newborn pups and active colonies across various islands in the archipelago.
Where to see it
A taste of where to see it. The full map, exact coordinates and the best timing for each spot live in the app.
| Viewing spots |
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| Española Island |
| San Cristóbal Island |
This is the short version
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