Sea lions — and their stench — rule La Jolla’s coastlineA battle is underway in La Jolla, after sea lions conquered the town’s beaches, claiming them as their own breeding grounds. The sea lions are constantly pooping, and the smell can drift blocks away. Visitors view sea lions at the La Jolla Cove this month. With their increasing numbers, sea lions are running out of space at their longtime home in the uninhabited Channel Islands, where most sea lions breed. AdvertisementIf locals don’t want sea lions on their coastline, they should act quickly.

Source: Los Angeles Times October 19, 2024 19:33 UTC