Definition

Noun A very large species of sea lion (Eumetopias jubatus) native to the northern Pacific Ocean. It is distinguished by its significant size, with males being particularly massive, and often has a light-colored or yellowish mane.

Usage

This term is used specifically in zoological and wildlife contexts to refer to this particular pinniped species. It is a scientific binomial name. * The researchers tracked the migration patterns of Eumetopias jubatus. * Eumetopias jubatus is known for its loud roar and social behavior on rocky coastlines.

Advanced Usage

• The genus name and the species epithet are always italicized in formal scientific writing.
• After the first full use in a text, it is sometimes abbreviated as .

Variants and Related Words

• Steller sea lion: The common name for .
• Northern sea lion: Another common name for this species.

Synonyms

• Steller's sea lion
• Northern sea lion

Different Meanings

This term has only one specific meaning: it refers exclusively to the Steller sea lion species. It is not used idiomatically or in other contexts.

Noun

1. largest sea lion; of the northern Pacific