Why do we consider Northern Elephant seals endangered, even though their population has risen to 100,000 individuals?

The Northern Elephant Seal population fell to fewer than 100 individuals due to overhunting during the 19th century. Although their numbers have recovered, the bottleneck effect of reduced genetic variation limits their potential to adapt to future environmental changes.

The Northern Elephant Seal population fell to fewer than 100 individuals due to overhunting during the 19th century. Although their numbers have recovered, the bottleneck effect of reduced genetic variation limits their potential to adapt to future environmental changes

Explanation: hope this helps

not sure if this is what you'r looking for nnew= nold