From their large inquiring eyes and whiskered snouts to their playful personalities, the only thing that seems to separate a sea lion from man's best friend is a pair of flippers. Recent findings have discovered a common ancestor between the two, proving that fun-loving dogs of the sea and land canines did not fall far from the same tree. Here are 13 Reasons Why Sea Lions are Just Like Dogs of the Sea! SUBSCRIBE for the latest videos: https://goo.gl/7xzjzR Don't forget to CHECK OUT our latest upload: https://goo.gl/LUB8Xw 13. They’re unaffected by human Presence Sea lions are very much like dogs in that both are unaffected by human presence; namely, they were never taught to show fear or flee in the face of human confrontation. Since sea lions are pretty much pudgy beach dwellers that spend much of their time on the rocks or rolling in the sand, they have become adapted to having humans in close corners. 12. They’re Extremely Curious Sea lions are notorious for their fun-loving spirit and nosy nature. If a person ventures too close with flash equipment, a sea lion will get right up to the lens and sniff out what the contraption has to offer them. Rather than posing, these curious animals will sniff, lick, and investigate your camera while it’s still in your hand; better yet, they’ve been known to swim up to divers and get up close and personal with their digital devices— even going so far as to stick their snouts right in the shot. These fuzzy sea mammals resemble dogs in that they’ll rarely shy away from attention. 11. Like Dogs, They Make Odd Noises Sea lions behave accordingly and have been heard perched atop rock formations wailing, howling, and hooting at nothing and no one in particular. And let’s not forget that sea lions can actually bark— a trait that makes them more like dogs than ever. 10. They’ll Take Up Bench Space and Refuse to Budge Sea lions aren't shy when it comes to comfort— they'll sleep curled up just about anywhere! They’ve even been spotted cozying up near people while trying to enjoy a peaceful read on the beach, or soak up some afternoon rays. For these friendly creatures, personal space is not an issue. 9. Sleep is Far More Important Than Anything Else These species are considered thigmotactic, meaning, they love to lie all over each other, which is why so often you see large clusters of sea lions bathing on top of one another on the shore and in the sun. An extremely cuddly and affectionate bunch. 8. They Demand Attention Sea lions have been known to roll up and plop down anywhere permissible, even if that means taking up residence along paths meant for people walking to and from the beach. In the Galapagos islands, one such group of seals would hang out on the beaten path and bark for attention from curious passerby. The animals maintained a refusal to budge along the path unless given treats, pet, or lavished with lots of love and affection. 7. They Don’t Play Nice with Other Dogs When the two groups are paired off, both will stand their ground and bark excitedly at the other. When groups of canine’s approach groups of sea lions, a stand-off occurs, and both will confidently hold their ground and stare down the other. Funny that “dog mermaids” really can bark, as this trait seems to link the two species more than anything. 6. They Beg for Food Sea lions couldn’t compare to dogs if they didn’t possess the inherent trait of begging for scraps of food. In one video, a slippery sea lion is seen hopping on the back end of a speedboat in attempts to sway his new friends into sharing their onboard snacks. The unbashful beast eats a fair share of fish before deciding he's had his fix and dives back into the seawater once again. 5. They Love Going for Rides Galapagos, for example, one such friendly sea lion is photographed taking daily rides on a resident kayak. 4. They Love to Play Fetch Sea lions have been recorded on numerous occasions performing somersaults for a few laughs and scraps of fish. It’s clear that sea lions really do love to play fetch, just like man’s best friend on land. 3. They Love Being Pet Sea lions love their bellies and backsides rubbed as well, and will stay with a diver forever if it means having the undersides of their chins scratched. 2. They look like dogs Sea lions belong to a group of animals called pinnipeds, which refers to any class of marine mammal possessing front and rear flippers. All pinnipeds possess huge canine teeth that may compete with the powerful breed of Rottweiler, a well-known guard dog, and household protector. 1. They Share an Ancestor Scientists have found the common link between sea lions and dogs. Both members come from the same taxonomic suborder of the animal kingdom, the order Caniformia— meaning “dog-like.” Seals, sea lions, and walruses are all considered pinnipeds belonging to the Caniformia suborder.
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