Massive sea lion makes rare appearance in San Francisco
Summary
A very large sea lion weighing about 2,000 pounds, called 'Chonkers', has appeared at San Francisco’s Pier 39. This type of sea lion usually lives in colder places like Alaska, so seeing one in the San Francisco Bay is unusual.Key Facts
- The sea lion is called 'Chonkers'.
- It weighs around 2,000 pounds.
- 'Chonkers' was first seen about a month ago at Pier 39 in San Francisco.
- California sea lions are common there, but this one is much bigger.
- At least two Steller sea lions have been seen recently in the San Francisco Bay.
- Steller sea lions normally live in colder water in Alaska and the Pacific Northwest.
- Sightings of Steller sea lions in the Bay Area are rare.
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