Use the table to complete the activity.
Population of Seals and Sea Lions
Type of Seal or Sea Lion Population Reproduction Rate
monk seal 1,100 low
northern fur seal 650,000 low
gray seal 290,000 high
leopard seal 220,000 to 440,000 medium
Australian sea lion 10,000 to 12,000 low
Which type of seal or sea lion is more likely to become extinct: the Australian sea lion or the northern fur seal? In one or two sentences, explain your reasoning.
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The Australian sea lion is more likely to become extinct because its population is much smaller than the northern fur seal and its reproduction rate is low. This means that its population is not as sustainable and has a higher risk of decline or extinction.
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