‘Chonkers’ the large sea lion charms the San Francisco Bay area

Residents and visitors in California alert each other whenever they spot the above average size animal at Pier 39 A gigantic 2,000lb steller sea lion nicknamed “Chonkers” has become an unexpected local celebrity after taking up residence in the San Francisco Bay. The massive sea lion swam up to a dock on Pier 39 in San Francisco around a month ago and has remained in the area since, drawing attention from residents, visitors and social media users who have been sharing frequent photos and vid...

By Anna Betts