Sea lion colony at Cape Cross by WeltReisender Magazin

About "Sea lion colony at Cape Cross"

by WeltReisender Magazin

About the artwork

The photo shows the impressive sea lion colony at Cape Cross on the Atlantic coast of Namibia.
Thousands of Cape sea lions (*Arctocephalus pusillus*) have found their habitat here.
At first glance, the scene appears chaotic: countless animals lie close together on the beach,
while others raise their heads curiously or interact with each other. But it is precisely this apparent
This apparent chaos makes the colony a fascinating natural spectacle.

Cape Cross is one of the largest sea lion colonies in the world. Every year, tens of thousands of animals
come together to give birth to their young. The soundscape is overwhelming: the constant barking
barking, calling and the sound of the surf. The odour is intense, and yet this place attracts many
yet this place attracts many visitors every year who want to experience the wild animals in their natural environment.

The picture impressively conveys the energy and life on the Namibian coast. It shows the close
community of these marine mammals and how they have adapted to the harsh conditions of the Atlantic.
At the same time, it emphasises the enormous biological diversity and the need to protect this unique region.

Looking at this photo, you can feel the raw, unspoilt atmosphere of Africa and get an impression of the power and beauty of marine life.
of the power and beauty of marine life on the "Skeleton Coast".