Question

Use the table to complete the activity.

Population of Seals and Sea Lions
Type of Seal or Sea Lion Population Reproduction Rate
monk seal 1,100 low
northern fur seal 650,000 low
gray seal 290,000 high
leopard seal 220,000 to 440,000 medium
Australian sea lion 10,000 to 12,000 low
Which type of seal or sea lion is more likely to become extinct: the Australian sea lion or the northern fur seal? In one or two sentences, explain your reasoning.

(2 points)

Answer 1

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The Australian sea lion is more likely to become extinct compared to the northern fur seal. This is because the population of the Australian sea lion is much lower and their reproduction rate is also low, making them more vulnerable to threats and less likely to recover from declines in population.