Sea Lions At Pier 39 In San Francisco | Pinnipeds | Marine Mammals

Sea Lions At Pier 39 In San Francisco | Pinnipeds | Marine Mammals.

The Loma Prieta earthquake struck San Francisco in October 1989. Following the natural disaster, a small group of California sea lions started to frequent PIER 39, a process called "hauling out." By the start of 1990, the population of sea lions on the pier had grown significantly, and they had taken over K-Dock. Here they frolicked in the water, sun bathe and barked constantly.
Despite this, the Marine Mammal Center suggested that the sea lions be permitted to remain, and they did so until November 2009, when they eventually moved on.

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California sea lions, Zalophus californianus, are probably the most familiar marine mammal at the Channel islands. These smart, playful animals are often seen playing in the surf or lounging on beaches around San Miguel, Anacapa, and Santa Barbara Islands in particular. Males may reach 8 feet in length and 1000 lbs, females about 220 lbs. They are easily recognized by their pointed nose, external ear flap, “Charlie Chaplin” walk, and loud sometimes incessant barking.

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