What is sea lions Maternal care?

Sea lions exhibit strong maternal care, with mothers typically giving birth to a single pup after a gestation period of about 11 months. After birth, mothers provide constant attention, nursing their pups for several months while teaching them essential survival skills, such as swimming and foraging. Sea lion mothers are known to be highly protective and will vocalize to locate their pups among large colonies. This close bond is crucial for the pup's development and survival in the wild.