The Galápagos Sea Lion is the most common animal to see on the archipelago. These unique animals flourish with the archipelago’s rich waters. There are an estimated 50,000 sea lions living on the Island. They inhabit big colonies and will sometimes take over entire swaths of sandy beach to bask, bark, squabble, nap, and to feel safe. As soon as they completely mature, the males become enormous, with a very robust neck. On the other hand, females are significantly smaller and more delicate and graceful. For them, the mating season lasts from May to December, and males become quite territorial at this period, and conflicts are prevalent. The colonies in the Galápagos give birth to their pups at various times, spreading the newcomers all around the island, which can sometimes benefit preservation by decreasing overfishing by adults to feed the ravenous pups. Galápagos Sea Lions are incredibly curious, and their fun curiosity implies that if you go snorkeling, you will encounter them.