Sea Lions Photo Gallery: A West Coast Eco-War A fleet of doe-eyed whip smart sea lions is laying siege to the Pacific Northwest, wreaking havoc on surf breaks, fishing lines, and endangering salmon runs. Photograph by Ami Vitale
The East Mooring Basin in Astoria, Oregon, is known as a favorite hangout of the local California sea lions. These massive animals can often be seen basking on the docks that they have managed to claim from the marina. —Photographer Ami Vitale
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