Tuesday, April 28, 2026 4:22PM
SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) — The hype is continuing to build around a giant sea lion that’s attracting a lot of attention at San Francisco’s Pier 39.
Marina officials shared this new photo Monday.
The hype is continuing to build around “Chonkers,” a Steller sea lion that’s attracting a lot of attention at San Francisco’s Pier 39.
The animal is one of two Steller sea lions visiting the Bay.
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Experts say they’re much larger than typical sea lions – and can weigh over 2,000 pounds.
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