New Zealand sea lion, Whakahao (Phocarctos hookeri)
Location: Catlins | It is also known as Hooker’s sea lion. One of the rarest seals in the world with total population approximately 12 000. On this picture is male (generally 350-500kg, brown/black), female is smaller (100-160kg, cream/silver) | More information: www.sealiontrust.org.nz