Chonkers the Steller Sea Lion pays San Francisco a visit
Chonkers, a large Steller sea lion, has been spotted at San Francisco's Pier 39, drawing attention as he socializes with California sea lions. Steller sea lions are a threatened species that are now showing signs of recovery. Chonkers appears healthy and is not showing signs of malnutrition. His visit has attracted public interest amid broader discussions about marine mammal protection.
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Chonkers the Steller Sea Lion pays San Francisco a visit Jason Weisberger 8:34 am Tue Apr 28, 2026 Chonkers the Steller Sea Lion Chonkers, a very large Steller's Sea Lion, is visiting San Francisco's Pier 39. Threatened to near extinction, but making a strong comeback, the Steller Sea Lion is a big boi. Adult males can approach 2500 lbs. Chonkers looks pretty healthy and doesn't seem to be suffering malnutrition. Seems he enjoys hanging out with his smaller relatives, California Sea Lions, and is drawing crowds when he visits the pier.
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