California sea lions, offshore Mexico, Pacific Ocean Sep 12, 2026

A day at the beach is rarely quiet when California sea lions are around. With their booming barks, playful personalities, and a knack for stealing the spotlight, these marine mammals know how to put on a show.

© Henley Spiers/Nature Picture Library

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