Sea Lion Hilariously Pesters Galapagos Marine Iguana Who Was Just Trying To Snack On Some Sea Algae, Redditors React

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kalila courban
Mar 15, 2023 3:00 PM EDT

Hey y'all. Animals can get real feisty and territorial, that doesn't change underwater! Get ready for some serious laughs as we witness an epic showdown between a Galapagos Marine Iguana and a pesky Sea Lion! Our scaly friend is minding its own business, chowing down on some sea algae, when out of nowhere, the playful sea lion waddles over to see what's going on.

This fun-loving, feisty sea lion just can't resist giving our iguana pal a bit of a hard time, nipping at its tail. But our iguana isn't having any of it! It's determined to enjoy its tasty snack in peace, even if that means showing off some impressive swimming skills to escape the sea lion's teasing. And if you think this epic battle couldn't get any better, just wait until you see the Reddit reactions! Some people are totally Team Sea Lion, cheering on their playful nature, while others are firmly on the side of the iguana, feeling its pain as it tries to enjoy a quiet meal. No matter whose side you're on, one thing's for sure – this video is an absolute riot, showcasing the wacky and wonderful interactions between these two unique species in the Galapagos Islands. Get ready to laugh as you watch this hilarious battle unfold!

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    Font - r/AnimalsBeingJerks Posted by u/KimCureAll 4 days ago A sea lion pestering a Galapagos marine iguana as it was feeding on sea algae
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    Font - andbruno 4 days ago You can tell because he has zero sense of urgency That's just how animals on the Galapagos are. Most don't have natural predators, so they don't flee. You can walk right up to the iguanas, birds nesting on the ground, sea lions, etc. and they won't even react to your presence. If you can find a way to make a trip to the Galapagos I couldn't recommend it more. The most fantastic vacation I've ever been on.
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    Hair - editorreilly 4 days ago Sea lions are truly the assholes of the sea. I'm an open water swimmer and have been harassed several times by these fuckers. I've also had two friends 'hip checked' as well. I guess they find humor in terrorizing land based animals.
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    Human body - thor_barley 4 days ago If I'm remembering my Attenborough correctly, that iguana has to roast himself under the sun to prepare for diving, and only has a short period of time before its blood cools to the point where it will lack energy to surface, and drown. So wasting its time and energy is a true asshole move.
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    Font - Haploid-life 4 days ago I love that you can hear the diver laughing. Reply Share 671 KimCureAll OP - 4 days ago Yes, it sounds like perhaps a couple divers laughing, but at least one. I would have preferred if the diver had at least said "stop, jerk! that iguana wanna be left alone!" Reply Share 291
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    Font - zephood75 4 days ago I find sea iguanas so freaking cute! Reply Share 514
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    Font - Flesh_Trombone. 4 days ago "The marine iguana is a hideous-looking creature, of a dirty black colour, stupid and sluggish in its movements."- Charles Darwin. I do not share his view I just find it funny.
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    Human body - thatgirlspeaks. 4 days ago "For God's sake, Jerry.."
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    Font - SoreYonda 4 days ago This is the real reason we grew legs and walked out of the sea. .
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    Font - R101C 4 days ago Competition to see who can hold their breath longer. Grab it by the tail, wait and see. If seal runs out of air, it let's go and surfaces. Iguana runs out of air, it gets eaten. Iguana can outlast the seal, but if seal is fresh and iguana has been down there for a bit, math changes. At least, that's my assumption here.
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    Human body - KimCureAll OP - 4 days ago "Dude, don't you see I'm tryna to have lunch!"
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