Sea lions resting and socializing in the morning sun, Zalophus californianus

Sea lions resting and socializing in the morning sun. Sea lions are tactile creatures and spend much of their time in close physical contact, often nuzzling whiskers with each other. La Jolla, California, USA, Zalophus californianus, natural history stock photograph, photo id 37514
Sea lions resting and socializing in the morning sun. Sea lions are tactile creatures and spend much of their time in close physical contact, often nuzzling whiskers with each other. La Jolla, California, USA

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Species: California sea lion, Zalophus californianus
Location: La Jolla, California
Image ID: 37514
Format: Digital 2:3
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