A sea lion pup was spotted wandering on Highway 101 in San Francisco, leading to a 911 call and a response from CHP officers. The pup was safety guided back to a gap in the retaining wall, ultimately returning to San Francisco Bay unharmed. This incident highlights the thriving sea lion population in northern California, which has increased due to protective legislation. The sea lions, beloved by locals and tourists alike, have even inspired sports teams to adopt mascots in their likeness.
Motorists driving northbound on Highway 101 witnessed a sea lion pup wandering on the roadway, leading to a quick response from the CHP after a 911 call.
After guiding the sea lion back toward the road's edge, officers helped it find a gap in the retaining wall, allowing it to return safely to the bay.
Thanks to the Marine Mammal Protection Act, the population of sea lions along the West Coast has tripled since the 1970s to roughly 250,000 today.
The San Francisco Giants adopted Lou Seal as their mascot in 1996 due to the popularity of sea lions at the nearby Fisherman's Wharf.
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