Sea Lions

• Internet sides with sea lions captured on video charging San Diego beachgoers

  "I started recording because it was really funny... to see all these tourists getting blown away by these giant sea lions," said the visitor who filmed the incident.

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  Jul 11, 2022
  
• Wayward sea lion spotted on remote B.C. logging road, several kilometres from the ocean

  It is suspected the aquatic mammal followed a creek looking for food and ended up on the road.

  Environment

  Apr 14, 2021
  
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• Charges laid in controversial B.C. ‘seal bomb’ incident caught on camera

  A B.C. man filmed throwing a so-called "bear banger" into a raft of sea lions near Hornby Island last spring is facing charges under the Fisheries Act and Explosives Act.

  Feb 26, 2020
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• A deadly virus affecting seals, seal lions could spread as sea ice levels decline, scientists say

  A 15-year study linked declining sea ice levels to the spread of a deadly virus that targeted seals, sea lions and otters. Scientists say that as climate change continues, the virus could potentially spread further.

  Environment

  Nov 9, 2019
• Fishing industry given say in federal research on Atlantic seals, fish

  The work is meant to ensure management decisions for seals and sea lions are made with the best available science, in order to sustain "healthy and productive" ecosystems.

  Environment

  Aug 14, 2019
• ‘We were mesmerized’: Video captures orcas hunting sea lions just metres off B.C. beach

  "Even 20 minutes after they were gone we were all mesmerized by what just happened."

  Environment

  Apr 14, 2019
• Discovery of sea lion shot in head on B.C. island renews debate between conservationists, fishing industry

  The conservation group that made the discovery said it's witnessed several abuses of sea lions during a commercial fishery.

  Environment

  Mar 20, 2019
• ‘Disturbing’ video of ‘seal bomb’ sparks debate about conflict between fishers, B.C. sea lions

  Fishers say the the sea lion population has exploded and they need to be scared away, but others describe the practice as cruel.

  Environment

  Mar 7, 2019
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• Zoo issues warning after sea lion ‘puked up a toddler’s sock’

  A sea lion at a Utah zoo is on the mend after barfing up a toddler’s sock, prompting officials to warn visitors to be more careful with their personal belongings.

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  Jan 16, 2019
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• You can now see ‘charismatic’ young walruses in action at the Vancouver Aquarium

  The aquarium said the walruses will soon be on display for the public; UBC research scientist Dr. David Rosen calls the walrus the poster child for climate change. 

  Canada

  Jun 27, 2018