1,000+ sea lions gather at San Francisco's Pier 39, a 15-year record, due to abundant anchovies.
San Francisco's Pier 39 sees a record number of sea lions, with over 1,000 gathered in the area, the largest gathering in about 15 years. Experts attribute the growth in sea lions to the heavy influx of anchovies in the area, which is their main food supply. The sea lions first appeared at Pier 39 after the Loma Prieta earthquake in 1989 and have become a major attraction for tourists.
April 30, 2024
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