Chonkers the Steller Sea Lion Takes Over SF Pier

Summary

Chonkers, a colossal Steller sea lion, has taken over San Franciscos Pier thirty-nine, captivating tourists and locals alike. Weighing between one thousand five hundred and two thousand pounds, Chonkers is a rare sight, having traveled from the Washington or Oregon coast. Hes part of a growing sea lion population that first settled on the pier after the 1…

Show notes

Chonkers, a colossal Steller sea lion, has taken over San Franciscos Pier thirty-nine, captivating tourists and locals alike. Weighing between one thousand five hundred and two thousand pounds, Chonkers is a rare sight, having traveled from the Washington or Oregon coast. Hes part of a growing sea lion population that first settled on the pier after the 1989 Loma Prieta earthquake. Chonkers presence has sparked excitement, with many hoping for more of his kind to join him. Support the show:Get a

Themes

• daily