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SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) — A mountain lion was tranquilized and captured Monday after hiding near a residential neighborhood in Escondido. Escondido police reportedly received a call around 1:34 p.m.

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San Francisco residents and tourists are falling for Chonkers, an impressively large sea lion who’s been making waves at Pier 39 in the California city. There’s no shortage of sea lions at Pier 39, ...

Scientists and tourists alike have been amazed by the massive sea lion hanging out on a San Francisco pier. The species can grow nearly twice the size of California sea lions. "Chonkers," a Steller ...

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. A massive sea lion nicknamed “Chonkers” has become a major draw at San Francisco’s Pier 39, attracting Bay Area ...

Copyright 2026 The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved. Copyright 2026 The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved. A giant Steller sea lion nicknamed “Chonkers ...

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Stellar sea lions like Chonkers are about 10 times bigger than the California sea lions usually seen at Pier 39. By Laura Baisas Published Apr 28, 2026 9:50 AM EDT Add Popular Science (opens in a new ...

A rare Steller sea lion named "Chonkers" has become a social media sensation after taking up residence at Pier 39 for over a month. Weighing nearly 2,000 pounds, the animal is twice the size of the ...