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Category: Animal Behavior • Fun
Posted on: July 22, 2007 6:17 AM, by Coturnix
Sea lions are a big draw at Pier 39. I have seen them in zoos many times, but this is the first time I see them in their normal geographical setting, as 'un-natural' it may seem. Unfortunately, only a dozen or so young, non-breeders are here right now. The mature adults are at their breeding grounds, further south, and will be back in August, just after I leave. Still, these were interesting to observe for a while:
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Another great thing to check out when you're near Fisherman's Wharf is the USS Pampanito WWII submarine.
http://www.maritime.org/pamphome.htm
Unfortunately, however, the Maritime Museum itself--home to a huge number of amazing large-scale model ships--is closed for renovations.
Posted by: PhysioProf | July 22, 2007 1:43 PM
Oh, I saw it, but did not take a picture - I was looking to buy new batteries for the camera at that moment.
Posted by: coturnix | July 22, 2007 1:59 PM
You can go inside it and see how the submariners lived under the sea. Very cool.
Posted by: PhysioProf | July 22, 2007 4:39 PM