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Zalophus

Zalophus

9.9
A group of sea lions that live along the eastern Pacific coast, like the California sea lion
  • noun
  • /zəˈloʊfəs/
  • Specialized
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  • The California sea lion belongs to the genus Zalophus, which is native to the Pacific coastline.

Examples

  • The distinctive bark of Zalophus species is often heard along the beaches of California.

  • The Zalophus is known for its playful nature.

  • Scientists studied the behavior and population of Zalophus in their natural habitat.

  • Are Zalophuses endangered species?

  • Scientists studied the behavior and population of Zalophus in their natural habitat.

  • The California sea lion belongs to the genus Zalophus, which is native to the Pacific coastline.

  • The distinctive bark of Zalophus species is often heard along the beaches of California.

Compounds

Zalophus californianus
  • Specialized
9.3

A sea lion from the west coast of North America often trained for shows

Surface Forms

Zalophus singular
Zalophuses plural

Etymology

Zalophus is a scientific name from Greek given to a group of sea lions. A helpful way to remember it is to think of Zalophus as the 'sea lion' family name, so the word points to the barking, coastal animals like the California sea lion.