"Steller's sea ape" meaning in English

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Proper name

Etymology: First observed by German zoologist Georg Steller on August 10, 1741. Head templates: {{en-prop}} Steller's sea ape
  1. (cryptozoology) A purported marine mammal with a dog-like head, most likely a misidentified northern fur seal. Wikipedia link: Georg Steller
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