Seal Bay (South Australia) facts for kids
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View to the west along the Seal Bay coastline towards Nobby Islet
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 Seal Bay
Location in South Australia
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| Location | Kangaroo Island, South Australia |
| Coordinates | 35°59′45″S 137°19′09″E / 35.99575903°S 137.31905882°E |
| Type | Bay |
| Basin countries | Australia |
| Max. length | about 7.8 kilometres (4.8 mi) |
| Islands | Nobby Islet |
Seal Bay is a special bay in South Australia, a state in Australia. It is found on the south coast of Kangaroo Island. This beautiful spot is about 164 kilometres (102 miles) southwest of Adelaide, the state's capital city. It's also about 50 kilometres (31 miles) south of Kingscote, the main town on Kangaroo Island.
Seal Bay is famous for its amazing wildlife. It is home to a large colony of Australian sea lions. These fascinating animals often rest and play on the sandy beaches. This makes Seal Bay a very popular place to visit.
Discovering Seal Bay: A Special Place
Seal Bay is more than just a bay. It refers to a specific part of the coastline. This area includes places for visitors to enjoy. It also has special "prohibited areas" where the sea lions can live undisturbed. All of this is part of the Seal Bay Conservation Park.
Why is it Called Seal Bay?
The name 'Seal Bay' has been used for a long time. People were calling it this since at least the 1950s. The name was officially recognized in 1992. This means it became its formal, official name.
Protecting Seal Bay's Wildlife
Seal Bay is a very important place for nature. Because of this, special areas are set aside to protect it. These are called protected areas. They help keep the environment safe for animals and plants.
Two main protected areas are found here:
- The Seal Bay Aquatic Reserve: This area protects the marine life in the water.
- The South Kangaroo Island Marine Park: This larger park also helps protect the ocean and its creatures.
These protections ensure that the Australian sea lions and other wildlife can thrive. They help keep Seal Bay a healthy and safe home for them.
